About the Short-tailed Swift
The Short-tailed Swift (Chaetura brachyura) 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 shtswi1 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 brachyura |
| Species Codes | shtswi1, STSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-tailed Swift belong to?
The Short-tailed Swift (Chaetura brachyura) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Short-tailed Swift?
The Short-tailed 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 Short-tailed Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-tailed Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shtswi1, or on iNaturalist.