About the Cave Swiftlet
The Cave Swiftlet (Collocalia linchi) 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 cavswi2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Collocalia linchi |
| Species Codes | cavswi2, CASW, LISW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cave Swiftlet belong to?
The Cave Swiftlet (Collocalia linchi) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Cave Swiftlet?
The Cave Swiftlet 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 Cave Swiftlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Cave Swiftlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cavswi2, or on iNaturalist.