About the Black Swift
The Black Swift (Cypseloides niger) 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 blkswi when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Cypseloides niger |
| Species Codes | blkswi, BLSW, ABSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Swift belong to?
The Black Swift (Cypseloides niger) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Black Swift?
The Black 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 Black Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blkswi, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Swifts 109 species
More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
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