Asian House Martin
ASIAN HOUSE MARTIN
Delichon dasypus
Family Hirundinidae
accidental
120 mm (4 1/2")
This bird is listed as accidental in the WBCP Checklist. However, it is reported to be nesting in Zampinitan. We were shown an old nest built in the eaves of a small hut. In the Kennedy guide it says "only known from 2 records in the Philippines in Oct and Nov.".
Its distinguishing features are the white rump, slightly forked tail, glssy dark blue to bluish black upperparts, and white underparts.
Read MoreDelichon dasypus
Family Hirundinidae
accidental
120 mm (4 1/2")
This bird is listed as accidental in the WBCP Checklist. However, it is reported to be nesting in Zampinitan. We were shown an old nest built in the eaves of a small hut. In the Kennedy guide it says "only known from 2 records in the Philippines in Oct and Nov.".
Its distinguishing features are the white rump, slightly forked tail, glssy dark blue to bluish black upperparts, and white underparts.
