Swallows and Martins
Order: Passeriformes. Family: Hirundinidae
The Hirundinidae family is a group of passerines characterised by their adaptation to aerial feeding. Their adaptations include a slender streamlined body, long pointed wings and short bills with wide gape. The feet are designed for perching rather than walking, and the front toes are partially joined at the base.
- Purple Martin, Progne subis
- Cuban Martin, Progne cryptoleuca (A)
- Gray-breasted Martin, Progne chalybea (A)
- Southern Martin, Progne elegans (A)
- Brown-chested Martin, Progne tapera (A)
- Tree Swallow, Tachycineta bicolor
- Mangrove Swallow, Tachycineta albilinea (A)
- Violet-green Swallow, Tachycineta thalassina
- Bahama Swallow, Tachycineta cyaneoviridis (C)
- Northern Rough-winged Swallow, Stelgidopteryx serripennis
- Bank Swallow, Riparia riparia
- Cliff Swallow, Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
- Cave Swallow, Petrochelidon fulva
- Barn Swallow, Hirundo rustica
- House Martin, Delichon urbica (C)
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