About the Sooty Swift
The Sooty Swift (Cypseloides fumigatus) 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 sooswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Cypseloides fumigatus |
| Species Codes | sooswi1, SOSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Swift belong to?
The Sooty Swift (Cypseloides fumigatus) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Swift?
The Sooty 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 Sooty Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sooswi1, or on iNaturalist.