Pacific Swift
Pacific Swift (<em>Apus pacificus</em>) is a species of Swifts (<em>Apodidae</em>) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds.
Overview
Pacific Swift (Apus pacificus) is a species of Swifts (Apodidae) in the order Swifts and Hummingbirds. A dark swift with a white rump band, breeding in East Asia and wintering in Australia; an aerial insectivore that migrates thousands of kilometres; nests on cliffs and buildings.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Apus; binomial: Apus pacificus; authority: (Latham, 1801). Typical size: 17-18cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: OR, AU.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Change English name of Apus pacificus to Pacific Swift; reserve Fork-tailed Swift for species group (Leader 2011).
