About the Whitehead's Swiftlet
The Whitehead's Swiftlet (Aerodramus whiteheadi) 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 whiswi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Apodiformes |
| Family | Swifts (Apodidae) |
| Species | Aerodramus whiteheadi |
| Species Codes | whiswi1, WHSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Whitehead's Swiftlet belong to?
The Whitehead's Swiftlet (Aerodramus whiteheadi) belongs to the Swifts family (Apodidae), in the order Apodiformes.
How can I identify the Whitehead's Swiftlet?
The Whitehead's 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 Whitehead's Swiftlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Whitehead's Swiftlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whiswi1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Swifts 109 species
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Quick Stats
Apodiformes
Order
109
Species in Family
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