About the Alpine Swift
The Alpine Swift (Tachymarptis melba) is a species of bird in the Swifts family (Apodidae), within the order Apodiformes. This family contains 109 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code alpswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Tachymarptis melba |
| Species Codes | alpswi1, ALSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Alpine Swift belong to?
The Alpine Swift (Tachymarptis melba) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Alpine Swift?
The Alpine Swift is a member of the Swifts family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Alpine Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Alpine Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code alpswi1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
6,322
iNat Observations
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