About the Black-capped Swallow
The black-capped swallow is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae, the swallows and martins. It is found in Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Mexico.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Atticora pileata |
| Species Codes | blcswa1, BCSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-capped Swallow belong to?
The Black-capped Swallow (Atticora pileata) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-capped Swallow?
The black-capped swallow is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae, the swallows and martins. It is found in Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Mexico....
Where can I report a Black-capped Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-capped Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blcswa1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
80
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