About the Forest Swallow
The Forest Swallow (Atronanus fuliginosus) 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 forswa2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Atronanus fuliginosus |
| Species Codes | forswa2, FOSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Forest Swallow belong to?
The Forest Swallow (Atronanus fuliginosus) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Forest Swallow?
The Forest Swallow 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 Forest Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Forest Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code forswa2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
17
iNat Observations
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