Black-nest Swiftlet
Aerodramus maximus
The Black-nest Swiftlet (Aerodramus maximus) is a rare swift found in 5 countries, weighing about 17 g. The black-nest swiftlet is a species of swift in the family Apodidae.
About the Black-nest Swiftlet
The black-nest swiftlet is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is found in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Thailand.
When to see it
The Black-nest Swiftlet can be seen all year round, with peak activity in July. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Black-nest Swiftlet look like?
- The black-nest swiftlet is a species of swift in the family Apodidae.
- How big is a Black-nest Swiftlet?
- The Black-nest Swiftlet is a small sized bird weighing about 17 g.
- Where can you see a Black-nest Swiftlet?
- The Black-nest Swiftlet occurs in 5 countries, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei and Singapore.
- What birds look similar to a Black-nest Swiftlet?
- The Black-nest Swiftlet is most easily confused with the Mountain Swiftlet, the Philippine Swiftlet and the Moluccan Swiftlet.
- Is the Black-nest Swiftlet endangered?
- The Black-nest Swiftlet is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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