About the Mottled Spinetail
The Mottled Spinetail (Telacanthura ussheri) 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 motspi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Telacanthura ussheri |
| Species Codes | motspi1, MOSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mottled Spinetail belong to?
The Mottled Spinetail (Telacanthura ussheri) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Mottled Spinetail?
The Mottled Spinetail 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 Mottled Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Mottled Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code motspi1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Swifts 109 species
More Birds in Order Apodiformes
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
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