About the Brown-backed Needletail
The brown-backed needletail, or brown needletail, is a large swift.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Hirundapus giganteus |
| Species Codes | brbnee1, BBNE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-backed Needletail belong to?
The Brown-backed Needletail (Hirundapus giganteus) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Brown-backed Needletail?
The brown-backed needletail, or brown needletail, is a large swift....
Where can I report a Brown-backed Needletail sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-backed Needletail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brbnee1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
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