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Sri Lanka swallow

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Sri Lanka swallow
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C. hyperythra
Binomial name
Cecropis hyperythra
(Blyth, 1849)
Synonyms[1]

Cecropis daurica hyperythra
Hirundo daurica hyperythra

The Sri Lanka swallow (Cecropis hyperythra) is a large swallow. It is a resident breeder endemic to Sri Lanka. It is closely related to the red-rumped swallow, and was formerly considered a subspecies.

References

  • Rasmussen, P.C., and J.C. Anderton. 2005. Birds of South Asia. The Ripley guide. Volume 2: attributes and status. Smithsonian Institution and Lynx Edicions, Washington D.C. and Barcelona
  1. ^ "Cecropis hyperythra". Avibase.