About the Sick's Swift
The Sick's Swift (Chaetura meridionalis) 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 sicswi1 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 meridionalis |
| Species Codes | sicswi1, SISW, SOSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sick's Swift belong to?
The Sick's Swift (Chaetura meridionalis) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Sick's Swift?
The Sick'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 Sick's Swift sighting?
You can log sightings of Sick's Swift on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sicswi1, or on iNaturalist.