About the Western House-Martin
The Western House-Martin (Delichon urbicum) 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 comhom1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Delichon urbicum |
| Species Codes | comhom1, WEHM, WHMA, NHMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western House-Martin belong to?
The Western House-Martin (Delichon urbicum) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western House-Martin?
The Western House-Martin 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 Western House-Martin sighting?
You can log sightings of Western House-Martin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code comhom1, or on iNaturalist.