About the Pygmy Palm Swift
The pygmy palm swift, also known as the pygmy swift, is a species of bird in subfamily Apodinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Colombia and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
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, also known as the pygmy swift, is a species of bird in subfamily Apodinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Colombia and Venezuela....
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.
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
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