About the White-rumped Swift
The white-rumped swift is a species of swift. Although this small bird is superficially similar to a house martin, it is not closely related to that passerine species. The resemblances between the swallows and swifts are due to convergent evolution reflecting similar life styles.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Apus caffer |
| Species Codes | whrswi1, WRSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-rumped Swift belong to?
The White-rumped Swift (Apus caffer) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the White-rumped Swift?
The white-rumped swift is a species of swift. Although this small bird is superficially similar to a house martin, it is not closely related to that passerine species. The resemblances between the swallows and swifts are due to convergent evolution reflecting similar life styles....
Where can I report a White-rumped Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of White-rumped Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whrswi1, or on iNaturalist.
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