About the Sri Lanka Swallow
The Sri Lanka swallow is a resident breeder endemic to Sri Lanka. It is closely related to the red-rumped swallow, and was formerly considered a subspecies.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Cecropis hyperythra |
| Species Codes | srlswa1, SLSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sri Lanka Swallow belong to?
The Sri Lanka Swallow (Cecropis hyperythra) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sri Lanka Swallow?
The Sri Lanka swallow is a resident breeder endemic to Sri Lanka. It is closely related to the red-rumped swallow, and was formerly considered a subspecies....
Where can I report a Sri Lanka Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Sri Lanka Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code srlswa1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
298
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