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. There are 75 species worldwide and 6 species which occur in the Philippines.
- Bank Swallow Riparia riparia
- Plain Martin Riparia paludicola
- Barn Swallow Hirundo rustica
- Pacific Swallow Hirundo tahitica
- Striated Swallow Cecropis striolata
- Asian Martin Delichon dasypus
Read more about this topic: List Of Birds Of The Philippines
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