Rock Martin (Kransswael)

Hirundo fuligula (529)

Zulu name: iNhlolamvula

Other names: -

Equipment: Canon 40D, 100-400mm lens

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Rock Martin
February 2009 Mariental, Namibia Adult
Rock Martin
January 2009 Omaruru, Namibia Adult

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These Martins (or are they Hirundo Swallows, check the Scientific name!) are found around rocky hillsides as well as in urban areas around blocks of flats and townhouses. Identified by their all brown undersides.