About the Papuan Spinetail
The Papuan spinetail, also known as the Papuan needletail, New Guinea spine-tailed swift or Papuan spine-tailed swift, is a species of swift native to the island of New Guinea.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Mearnsia novaeguineae |
| Species Codes | papnee1, PASP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Papuan Spinetail belong to?
The Papuan Spinetail (Mearnsia novaeguineae) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Papuan Spinetail?
The Papuan spinetail, also known as the Papuan needletail, New Guinea spine-tailed swift or Papuan spine-tailed swift, is a species of swift native to the island of New Guinea....
Where can I report a Papuan Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Papuan Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code papnee1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
9
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