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UC IUCN · LC · Least Concern Passeriformes Hirundinidae

Grey-throated Martin

Riparia chinensis

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Illustration · not to scale

Body Mass
9.8 g
Diet
Invertebrates
Migration
Partially migratory

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 85

Dagger-like or spear bill specialized for precision thrusts and instantaneous underwater strike acceleration (ATK 85).

DEF 63

Tightly preened water-repellent oiled plumage resisting freezing currents and dive water resistance (DEF 63).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

A playable recording is not currently available for this species.

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Oriental: Central & Eastern & Southeastern Asia Habitat: Wetlands & Marsh
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Riparia chinensis chinensis

    Tajikistan and n Afghanistan to s China, Indochina and Taiwan

  • Riparia chinensis tantilla

    Luzon and Mindoro (n Philippines)

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Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Riparia chinensis

Which family does it belong to?

Swallows, Martins (Hirundinidae)

Where is it found?

Oriental: Central & Eastern & Southeastern Asia

Sources & credits

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