About the Pale-rumped Swift
The Pale-rumped Swift (Chaetura egregia) 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 parswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Chaetura egregia |
| Species Codes | parswi1, PRSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pale-rumped Swift belong to?
The Pale-rumped Swift (Chaetura egregia) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Pale-rumped Swift?
The Pale-rumped 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 Pale-rumped Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Pale-rumped Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code parswi1, or on iNaturalist.