About the Pygmy Swiftlet
The Pygmy Swiftlet (Collocalia troglodytes) 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 pygswi2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Collocalia troglodytes |
| Species Codes | pygswi2, PYSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pygmy Swiftlet belong to?
The Pygmy Swiftlet (Collocalia troglodytes) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Pygmy Swiftlet?
The Pygmy Swiftlet 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 Swiftlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Pygmy Swiftlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pygswi2, or on iNaturalist.