About the Caroline Islands Swiftlet
The Caroline swiftlet, also known as the island swiftlet, Micronesian swiftlet, or Caroline Islands swiftlet, is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. Some taxonomists consider it to be a subspecies of the uniform swiftlet. It is endemic to the Caroline Islands, and its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Aerodramus inquietus |
| Species Codes | caiswi1, CISW, CASW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Caroline Islands Swiftlet belong to?
The Caroline Islands Swiftlet (Aerodramus inquietus) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Caroline Islands Swiftlet?
The Caroline swiftlet, also known as the island swiftlet, Micronesian swiftlet, or Caroline Islands swiftlet, is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. Some taxonomists consider it to be a subspecies of the uniform swiftlet. It is endemic to the Caroline Islands, and its natural habitat is subtr...
Where can I report a Caroline Islands Swiftlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Caroline Islands Swiftlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code caiswi1, or on iNaturalist.
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