About the Asian Palm Swift
The Asian Palm Swift (Cypsiurus balasiensis) 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 aspswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Cypsiurus balasiensis |
| Species Codes | aspswi1, APSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Asian Palm Swift belong to?
The Asian Palm Swift (Cypsiurus balasiensis) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Asian Palm Swift?
The Asian Palm 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 Asian Palm Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Asian Palm Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code aspswi1, or on iNaturalist.