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File:Cecropis hyperythra, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka 1.jpg

Sri Lanka Swallow

Sri Lanka Swallow

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The Rufous-backed Swallow is a resident swallow found in Southeast Asia, notably in Malaysia and Indonesia. It is characterized by its entirely rufous back and rump, contrasting with dark wings.
Where to spot
Open areas, cultivated lands, and villages, often near water and human structures, in Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo.
How to spot
Look for its striking entirely rufous back and rump. Observe its agile flight around villages or open country. It often nests on buildings.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active during daylight hours.
File:Cecropis hyperythra, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka 1.jpg
File:Cecropis hyperythra, Pullumalai, Sri Lanka 1.jpg
File:Cecropis hyperythra, Yala NP, Sri Lanka CD5A1510.jpg
File:Cecropis hyperythra 1894.jpg
File:Cecropis hyperythra 1894 (cropped).jpg
File:Cecropis hyperythra 62169692.jpg
File:Cecropis hyperythra 62169697.jpg
File:Cecropis hyperythra 62169703.jpg
File:Cecropis hyperythra 62170715.jpg
File:Cecropis hyperythra, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cecropis hyperythra, Pullumalai, Sri Lanka 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cecropis hyperythra, Yala NP, Sri Lanka CD5A1510.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cecropis hyperythra 1894.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cecropis hyperythra 1894 (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cecropis hyperythra 62169692.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cecropis hyperythra 62169697.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cecropis hyperythra 62169703.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Cecropis hyperythra 62170715.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is distinct within its genus for having an almost entirely rufous back, making it stand out from other striped or red-rumped swallows.
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