White-rumped Swiftlet
A species of Echolocating Swiftlets Scientific name : Aerodramus spodiopygius Genus : Echolocating Swiftlets
White-rumped Swiftlet, A species of Echolocating Swiftlets
Botanical name: Aerodramus spodiopygius
Genus: Echolocating Swiftlets
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Description
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Description
The white-rumped swiftlet (Aerodramus spodiopygius) is a species of swift in the family Apodidae. It is found in American Samoa, Fiji, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, and Vanuatu. Birds in Australia are now treated as a separate species, Australian swiftlet (Aerodramus terraereginae). Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and rocky areas. 
Size
12 cm
Feeding Habits
White-rumped Swiftlet consumes a diverse diet of invertebrates, often in smaller prey groups compared to some relatives. It forages individually or in groups, across various elevations, displaying flexibility in hunting methods.
Habitat
White-rumped Swiftlet can be found in a variety of island environments encompassing both lowland and highland areas. It predominantly resides in montane forests where it adapts to the local conditions. The bird's natural habitat includes regions that are characterized by dense vegetation and tree cover, providing it with ample opportunity for nesting and foraging.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Swifts and hummingbirds Family
Swifts Genus
Echolocating Swiftlets Species
White-rumped Swiftlet 
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