About the White-banded Swallow
The white-banded swallow is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It is black with white thighs, a white breast, and has white bars on the edges of its wings. It has a distinct, deeply forked tail.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Atticora fasciata |
| Species Codes | whbswa2, WBSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-banded Swallow belong to?
The White-banded Swallow (Atticora fasciata) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-banded Swallow?
The white-banded swallow is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It is black with white thighs, a white breast, and has white bars on the edges of its wings. It has a distinct, deeply forked tail....
Where can I report a White-banded Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of White-banded Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbswa2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
873
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