About the Palau Swiftlet
The Palau swiftlet is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is endemic to Palau.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Aerodramus pelewensis |
| Species Codes | palswi1, PASW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Palau Swiftlet belong to?
The Palau Swiftlet (Aerodramus pelewensis) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Palau Swiftlet?
The Palau swiftlet is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is endemic to Palau....
Where can I report a Palau Swiftlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Palau Swiftlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code palswi1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
34
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