About the Congo Martin
The Congo martin or Congo sand martin is a small passerine bird in the swallow family.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Riparia congica |
| Species Codes | conmar1, COMA, CSMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Congo Martin belong to?
The Congo Martin (Riparia congica) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Congo Martin?
The Congo martin or Congo sand martin is a small passerine bird in the swallow family....
Where can I report a Congo Martin sighting?
You can log sightings of Congo Martin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code conmar1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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