About the Biscutate Swift
The biscutate swift is a species of bird in subfamily Cypseloidinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and possibly Paraguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Streptoprocne biscutata |
| Species Codes | bisswi1, BISW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Biscutate Swift belong to?
The Biscutate Swift (Streptoprocne biscutata) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Biscutate Swift?
The biscutate swift is a species of bird in subfamily Cypseloidinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and possibly Paraguay....
Where can I report a Biscutate Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Biscutate Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bisswi1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
175
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