About the Pygmy Palm Swift
The Pygmy Palm Swift (Tachornis furcata) 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 pygswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Tachornis furcata |
| Species Codes | pygswi1, PPSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pygmy Palm Swift belong to?
The Pygmy Palm Swift (Tachornis furcata) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Pygmy Palm Swift?
The Pygmy Palm 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 Pygmy Palm Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Pygmy Palm Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pygswi1, 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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