About the Glossy Swiftlet
The Glossy Swiftlet (Collocalia esculenta) 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 gloswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Collocalia esculenta |
| Species Codes | gloswi1, GLSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Glossy Swiftlet belong to?
The Glossy Swiftlet (Collocalia esculenta) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Glossy Swiftlet?
The Glossy Swiftlet 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 Glossy Swiftlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Glossy Swiftlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gloswi1, or on iNaturalist.