About the Cook's Swift
The Cook's Swift (Apus cooki) 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 cooswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Apus cooki |
| Species Codes | cooswi1, FTSW, PASW, COSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cook's Swift belong to?
The Cook's Swift (Apus cooki) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Cook's Swift?
The Cook's 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 Cook's Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Cook's Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cooswi1, or on iNaturalist.
