About the Madagascar Spinetail
The Madagascar spinetail, Madagascan spinetail or Malagasy spinetail is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is found in Comoros, Madagascar, and Mayotte.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Zoonavena grandidieri |
| Species Codes | malspi1, MASP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Madagascar Spinetail belong to?
The Madagascar Spinetail (Zoonavena grandidieri) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Madagascar Spinetail?
The Madagascar spinetail, Madagascan spinetail or Malagasy spinetail is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is found in Comoros, Madagascar, and Mayotte....
Where can I report a Madagascar Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Madagascar Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code malspi1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
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Species in Family
36
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