About the Red-throated Swallow
The red-throated cliff swallow, also known as the red-throated swallow, is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It is found in Angola, Republic of the Congo, DRC, Gabon, and Zambia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Petrochelidon rufigula |
| Species Codes | retswa2, RTCS, RTSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-throated Swallow belong to?
The Red-throated Swallow (Petrochelidon rufigula) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-throated Swallow?
The red-throated cliff swallow, also known as the red-throated swallow, is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It is found in Angola, Republic of the Congo, DRC, Gabon, and Zambia....
Where can I report a Red-throated Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-throated Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code retswa2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
25
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