About the Northern Rough-winged Swallow
The northern rough-winged swallow is a small, migratory swallow. It is very similar to the southern rough-winged swallow, Stelgidopteryx ruficollis.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Stelgidopteryx serripennis |
| Species Codes | nrwswa, NRWS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Rough-winged Swallow belong to?
The Northern Rough-winged Swallow (Stelgidopteryx serripennis) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Northern Rough-winged Swallow?
The northern rough-winged swallow is a small, migratory swallow. It is very similar to the southern rough-winged swallow, Stelgidopteryx ruficollis....
Where can I report a Northern Rough-winged Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Rough-winged Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code nrwswa, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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