About the Montane Blue Swallow
The Montane Blue Swallow (Hirundo atrocaerulea) 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 bluswa1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Hirundo atrocaerulea |
| Species Codes | bluswa1, BLSW, MBSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Montane Blue Swallow belong to?
The Montane Blue Swallow (Hirundo atrocaerulea) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Montane Blue Swallow?
The Montane Blue Swallow 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 Montane Blue Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Montane Blue Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bluswa1, 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
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