About the Swainson's Warbler
The Swainson's Warbler (Limnothlypis swainsonii) is a species of bird in the New World Warblers family (Parulidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 116 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code swawar when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Warblers (Parulidae) |
| Species | Limnothlypis swainsonii |
| Species Codes | swawar, SWWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Swainson's Warbler belong to?
The Swainson's Warbler (Limnothlypis swainsonii) belongs to the New World Warblers family (Parulidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Swainson's Warbler?
The Swainson's Warbler is a member of the New World Warblers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Swainson's Warbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Swainson's Warbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code swawar, or on iNaturalist.