About the Rothschild's Swift
The Rothschild's Swift (Cypseloides rothschildi) 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 rotswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Cypseloides rothschildi |
| Species Codes | rotswi1, ROSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rothschild's Swift belong to?
The Rothschild's Swift (Cypseloides rothschildi) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Rothschild's Swift?
The Rothschild's 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 Rothschild's Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Rothschild's Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rotswi1, or on iNaturalist.