| IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature): | Least Concern
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| Approximate size(adult): | A small swallow, about 13–15 cm in length, with a short, slightly forked tail. Plumage is uniform brownish-grey above, with paler underparts and a faint white rump. Both sexes look similar.
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| Resident/ Migrate from: | Resident species, found across South Asia and parts of the Middle East.
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| Migrate to: | Non-migratory, though some local altitudinal movements may occur depending on weather and food availability.
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| Breeding season: | Breeds mainly from March to July. Nests are half-cup structures made of mud, grass, and feathers, built on cliff ledges, walls, or under eaves. Clutch size is typically 3–5 eggs.
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| Breed in: | Prefers rocky cliffs, gorges, and man-made structures for nesting. Often nests colonially, close to other pairs.
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| Habitat: | Found in hilly areas, cliffs, gorges, and urban settings, often near water sources. Frequently seen soaring or hawking for insects in open skies.
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| Diet: | Entirely insectivorous, feeding on flies, beetles, ants, and other aerial insects. Hunts in flight, catching prey on the wing with agile maneuvers.
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