About the Mosque Swallow
The mosque swallow is a large species of swallow. It is a resident breeder in much of sub-Saharan Africa, although most common in the west. It does not migrate but follows the rains to some extent.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Cecropis senegalensis |
| Species Codes | mosswa2, MOSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mosque Swallow belong to?
The Mosque Swallow (Cecropis senegalensis) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mosque Swallow?
The mosque swallow is a large species of swallow. It is a resident breeder in much of sub-Saharan Africa, although most common in the west. It does not migrate but follows the rains to some extent....
Where can I report a Mosque Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Mosque Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mosswa2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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Species in Family
477
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