About the Ridgetop Swiftlet
The Ridgetop Swiftlet (Collocalia isonota) 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 ridswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Collocalia isonota |
| Species Codes | ridswi1, GLSW, RISW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ridgetop Swiftlet belong to?
The Ridgetop Swiftlet (Collocalia isonota) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Ridgetop Swiftlet?
The Ridgetop Swiftlet 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 Ridgetop Swiftlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Ridgetop Swiftlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ridswi1, or on iNaturalist.