About the Lesser Antillean Swift
The Lesser Antillean swift is a species a species of bird in subfamily Apodinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found on Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent, and possibly Nevis.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Chaetura martinica |
| Species Codes | leaswi1, LASW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Antillean Swift belong to?
The Lesser Antillean Swift (Chaetura martinica) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Antillean Swift?
The Lesser Antillean swift is a species a species of bird in subfamily Apodinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found on Dominica, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent, and possibly Nevis....
Where can I report a Lesser Antillean Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Antillean Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code leaswi1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
59
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