About the Lesser Antillean Swift
The Lesser Antillean Swift (Chaetura martinica) 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 leaswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Chaetura martinica |
| Species Codes | leaswi1, LASW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Antillean Swift belong to?
The Lesser Antillean Swift (Chaetura martinica) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Antillean Swift?
The Lesser Antillean 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 Lesser Antillean Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Antillean Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code leaswi1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
59
iNat Observations
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