About the Mossy-nest Swiftlet
The mossy-nest swiftlet is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. Some taxonomists consider it to be a subspecies of the uniform swiftlet. It is found in northern Borneo, the Natuna and the Derawan Islands and Nias island off western Sumatra. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Aerodramus salangana |
| Species Codes | monswi2, MNSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mossy-nest Swiftlet belong to?
The Mossy-nest Swiftlet (Aerodramus salangana) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Mossy-nest Swiftlet?
The mossy-nest swiftlet is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. Some taxonomists consider it to be a subspecies of the uniform swiftlet. It is found in northern Borneo, the Natuna and the Derawan Islands and Nias island off western Sumatra. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist ...
Where can I report a Mossy-nest Swiftlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Mossy-nest Swiftlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code monswi2, or on iNaturalist.
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