Swallows and Martins
Order: Passeriformes Family: Hirundinidae
The Hirundinidae family is a group of passerines characterized 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
- Caribbean Martin Progne dominicensis
- White-winged Swallow Tachycineta albiventer
- Chilean Swallow Tachycineta meyeni
- Northern Rough-winged Swallow Stelgidopteryx serripennis
- Bank Swallow Riparia riparia
- Cliff Swallow Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
- Cave Swallow Petrochelidon fulva
- Barn Swallow Hirundo rustica
Read more about this topic: List Of Birds Of The Netherlands Antilles
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