Madagascar Martin
Madagascar Martin (<em>Riparia cowani</em>) is a species of Swallows, Martins (<em>Hirundinidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Madagascar Martin (Riparia cowani) is a species of Swallows, Martins (Hirundinidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Riparia; binomial: Riparia cowani; authority: (Sharpe, 1882).
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Madagascar Martin Riparia cowani is split from Riparia paludicola based on morphology and vocalizations (del Hoyo & Collar 2016; HBW/BirdLife).
