Photo: Dr. Korsh Ararat
- Conservation Status
- Least Concern
- Location
- Erbil district Governorate: Erbil
- Nearest City
- Erbil
A swallow-like bird that nests on cliffs, rocky valleys, bridges and buildings. Role in nature: it catches flying insects over valleys and settlements; threats include insect decline, disturbance at nesting sites and poorly timed renovation or bridge works.
Project contributors: Dr. Korsh Ararat, Mohammed Dler and Rawezh Osman.
Photo Credit: Photographer to confirm: Dr. Korsh Ararat or Rawezh Osman