About the Banded Martin
The banded martin or banded sand martin is a small passerine bird in the swallow family Hirundinidae that is endemic to Africa. It is the only species placed in the genus Neophedina.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Neophedina cincta |
| Species Codes | banmar1, BAMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Banded Martin belong to?
The Banded Martin (Neophedina cincta) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Banded Martin?
The banded martin or banded sand martin is a small passerine bird in the swallow family Hirundinidae that is endemic to Africa. It is the only species placed in the genus Neophedina....
Where can I report a Banded Martin sighting?
You can log sightings of Banded Martin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code banmar1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
506
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