About the Preuss's Swallow
The Preuss's Swallow (Petrochelidon preussi) 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 preswa2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Petrochelidon preussi |
| Species Codes | preswa2, PCSW, PRSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Preuss's Swallow belong to?
The Preuss's Swallow (Petrochelidon preussi) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Preuss's Swallow?
The Preuss's 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 Preuss's Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Preuss's Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code preswa2, 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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