Seychelles Swiftlet

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Seychelles Swiftlet (<em>Aerodramus elaphrus</em>) is a species of Swifts (<em>Apodidae</em>) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds.

Overview

Seychelles Swiftlet (Aerodramus elaphrus) is a species of Swifts (Apodidae) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Aerodramus; binomial: Aerodramus elaphrus; authority: (Oberholser, 1906).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Indian Ocean. Non-breeding range: wanders to North, Silhouette and Aride (Inner Is., ne Seychelles).

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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