About the Cassin's Spinetail
The Cassin's Spinetail (Neafrapus cassini) 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 casspi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Neafrapus cassini |
| Species Codes | casspi1, CASP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cassin's Spinetail belong to?
The Cassin's Spinetail (Neafrapus cassini) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Cassin's Spinetail?
The Cassin's Spinetail 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 Cassin's Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Cassin's Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code casspi1, or on iNaturalist.