About the African River Martin
The African River Martin (Pseudochelidon eurystomina) 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 afrmar2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Pseudochelidon eurystomina |
| Species Codes | afrmar2, ARMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African River Martin belong to?
The African River Martin (Pseudochelidon eurystomina) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the African River Martin?
The African River 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 African River Martin sighting?
You can log sightings of African River Martin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrmar2, or on iNaturalist.