Soaring & aerial

The Birbs encyclopedia features 826 soaring & aerial birds. Browse them all below — every one has photos, range and, where we have them, calls.

Notable soaring & aerial birds

• American Cliff Swallow
• Cave Swallow
• Chestnut-collared Swallow
• South African Cliff Swallow
• Streak-throated Swallow
• Fairy Martin
• Tree Martin
• Red-breasted Swallow

Frequently asked

How many soaring & aerial birds are there?

The Birbs encyclopedia currently profiles 826 soaring & aerial birds, each with photos, range and conservation status.

Are soaring & aerial birds endangered?

At least 54 of the soaring & aerial birds we profile are on the IUCN Red List as Vulnerable or worse. See each bird’s page for its current status.