About the White-tipped Swift
The white-tipped swift is a species of bird in subfamily Apodinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Peru, Suriname, Venezuela, and possibly Guyana.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Aeronautes montivagus |
| Species Codes | whtswi1, WTSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-tipped Swift belong to?
The White-tipped Swift (Aeronautes montivagus) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the White-tipped Swift?
The white-tipped swift is a species of bird in subfamily Apodinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Peru, Suriname, Venezuela, and possibly Guyana....
Where can I report a White-tipped Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of White-tipped Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whtswi1, or on iNaturalist.
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