About the Silver-backed Needletail
The Silver-backed Needletail (Hirundapus cochinchinensis) 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 sibnee1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Hirundapus cochinchinensis |
| Species Codes | sibnee1, SBNE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silver-backed Needletail belong to?
The Silver-backed Needletail (Hirundapus cochinchinensis) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Silver-backed Needletail?
The Silver-backed Needletail 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 Silver-backed Needletail sighting?
You can log sightings of Silver-backed Needletail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sibnee1, or on iNaturalist.