About the Gray-throated Martin
The grey-throated martin or Asian plain martin is a small passerine bird in the swallow family.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Riparia chinensis |
| Species Codes | gytmar1, GTMA, PLMA, APMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-throated Martin belong to?
The Gray-throated Martin (Riparia chinensis) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gray-throated Martin?
The grey-throated martin or Asian plain martin is a small passerine bird in the swallow family....
Where can I report a Gray-throated Martin sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-throated Martin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gytmar1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
965
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