Eurasian Crag-Martin
Ptyonoprogne rupestris
About the Eurasian Crag-Martin
The Eurasian crag martin or just crag martin (Ptyonoprogne rupestris) is a small passerine bird in the swallow family. It is about 14 cm (5.5 in) long with ash-brown upperparts and paler underparts, and a short, square tail that has distinctive white patches on most of its feathers. It breeds in the mountains of southern Europe, northwestern Africa and southern Asia. It can be confused with the three other species in its genus, but is larger than both,...
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 11,590 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Eurasian Crag-Martin?
The scientific name of the Eurasian Crag-Martin is Ptyonoprogne rupestris.
How many Eurasian Crag-Martin sightings have been recorded?
11,590 observations of the Eurasian Crag-Martin have been recorded on iNaturalist.
