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