About the Black Sawwing
The Black Sawwing (Psalidoprocne pristoptera) is a species of bird in the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 92 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blksaw1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Psalidoprocne pristoptera |
| Species Codes | blksaw1, BSWI, BLSW, BLSA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Sawwing belong to?
The Black Sawwing (Psalidoprocne pristoptera) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black Sawwing?
The Black Sawwing is a member of the Swallows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black Sawwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Sawwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blksaw1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Swallows 92 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
760
iNat Observations
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