🌿Native Nature

Plain Swift

Apus unicolor

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Apodiformes ›Family: Apodidae ›Genus: Apus

About

The plain swift (Apus unicolor) is a medium-sized swift. Although this bird is superficially similar to a barn swallow or house martin, it is not related to those passerine species. The resemblances between the groups are due to convergent evolution reflecting similar life styles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Plain Swift?
The scientific name of Plain Swift is Apus unicolor.
What is the conservation status of Plain Swift?
The Plain Swift has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Plain Swift belong to?
Plain Swift belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Plain Swift belong to?
Plain Swift belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Plain Swift belong to?
Plain Swift belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Plain Swift belong to?
Plain Swift belongs to the order Apodiformes.
What family does Plain Swift belong to?
Plain Swift belongs to the family Apodidae.
What genus does Plain Swift belong to?
Plain Swift belongs to the genus Apus.