About the Scarce Swift
The Scarce Swift (Schoutedenapus myoptilus) 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 scaswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Schoutedenapus myoptilus |
| Species Codes | scaswi1, SCSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scarce Swift belong to?
The Scarce Swift (Schoutedenapus myoptilus) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Scarce Swift?
The Scarce Swift 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 Scarce Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Scarce Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scaswi1, or on iNaturalist.