African River Martin
- Family
- Hirundinidae
- Tail Shape
- forked
- Wing Shape
- pointed
- Common Name
- African River Martin
Why it matters
The African River Martin is one of the most enigmatic birds in the world, known for its distinctively pointed wings and deeply forked tail. It remains a subject of intense scientific fascination because its exact breeding grounds were not documented for many decades, making it a rare and elusive highlight for avian researchers.
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