About the Nyanza Swift
The Nyanza swift is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is found in Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Apus niansae |
| Species Codes | nyaswi1, NYSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Nyanza Swift belong to?
The Nyanza Swift (Apus niansae) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Nyanza Swift?
The Nyanza swift is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is found in Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda....
Where can I report a Nyanza Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Nyanza Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code nyaswi1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
35
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