Dusky Crag Martin

Dusky Crag Martin (Hirundo concolor), is a locally common breeding resident in Haryana. This bird, in small parties, is found in rocky areas, cliffs and near human habitations, often in company with swifts and swallows.  Identification: Sexes alike. A sooty brown bird with short square tail and swallow like wings. A roundish white spot on all tail feathers except the middle and outermost pairs.

Order: PASSERIFORMES    Family: Hirundininae    Size: 14 cm    Food: Tiny insects and midges    Local name: Chatan Ababil