This small swallow lives in scattered parts of southern Africa. It can be overlooked among similar swallows, yet recorded nest sites range from animal burrows to buildings and bridges.
At about 13 cm long, it is a small swallow that can be easily overlooked among similar species.
Breeding records include nests in aardvark burrows, mud huts, wells, barns, and bridges. Nest sites vary by region.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.