About the Great Dusky Swift
The Great Dusky Swift (Cypseloides senex) 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 grdswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Cypseloides senex |
| Species Codes | grdswi1, GDSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Dusky Swift belong to?
The Great Dusky Swift (Cypseloides senex) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Great Dusky Swift?
The Great Dusky 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 Great Dusky Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Dusky Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grdswi1, or on iNaturalist.