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Mascarene Martin

Phedina borbonica

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Hirundinidae ›Genus: Phedina

About

The Mascarene martin or Mascarene swallow (Phedina borbonica) is a passerine bird in the swallow family that breeds in Madagascar and in the Mascarene Islands. The nominate subspecies occurs on Mauritius and Réunion and has never been found away from the Mascarene Islands, but the smaller Madagascan subspecies, P. b. madagascariensis, is migratory and has been recorded wintering in East Africa or wandering to other Indian Ocean islands.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mascarene Martin?
The scientific name of Mascarene Martin is Phedina borbonica.
What is the conservation status of Mascarene Martin?
The Mascarene Martin has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Mascarene Martin belong to?
Mascarene Martin belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mascarene Martin belong to?
Mascarene Martin belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mascarene Martin belong to?
Mascarene Martin belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Mascarene Martin belong to?
Mascarene Martin belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Mascarene Martin belong to?
Mascarene Martin belongs to the family Hirundinidae.
What genus does Mascarene Martin belong to?
Mascarene Martin belongs to the genus Phedina.