Mascarene Martin
- Scientific name
- Phedina borbonica
- Family
- Hirundinidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Urban suburban
- Wing shape
- Pointed
- Tail shape
- Forked
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Why it matters
The Mascarene martin is a swift-moving swallow native to the islands of the southwestern Indian Ocean, identifiable by its distinctively pointed wings and forked tail. It is a subject of significant interest for ornithologists and collectors because of its specialized adaptation to the volcanic landscapes of its island habitats.
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