About the Pied-winged Swallow
The Pied-winged Swallow (Hirundo leucosoma) 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 piwswa1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Hirundo leucosoma |
| Species Codes | piwswa1, PWSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pied-winged Swallow belong to?
The Pied-winged Swallow (Hirundo leucosoma) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Pied-winged Swallow?
The Pied-winged 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 Pied-winged Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Pied-winged Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code piwswa1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Swallows 92 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
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