About the Black Spinetail
The black spinetail is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is native to the African tropical rainforest.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Telacanthura melanopygia |
| Species Codes | blaspi1, BLSP |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Spinetail belong to?
The Black Spinetail (Telacanthura melanopygia) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Black Spinetail?
The Black Spinetail is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Black Spinetail?
The black spinetail is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is native to the African tropical rainforest....
Where can I report a Black Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blaspi1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
22
iNat Observations
VU
IUCN Status
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