About the White-chested Swift
The white-chested swift is a species of bird in subfamily Cypseloidinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and possibly Brazil.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Cypseloides lemosi |
| Species Codes | whcswi2, WCSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-chested Swift belong to?
The White-chested Swift (Cypseloides lemosi) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the White-chested Swift?
The white-chested swift is a species of bird in subfamily Cypseloidinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and possibly Brazil....
Where can I report a White-chested Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of White-chested Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whcswi2, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
25
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