About the Little Swift
The Little Swift (Apus affinis) 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 litswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Apus affinis |
| Species Codes | litswi1, LISW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Swift belong to?
The Little Swift (Apus affinis) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Little Swift?
The Little 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 Little Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code litswi1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Swifts 109 species
More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
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