Australian Swiftlet
Aerodramus terraereginae
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Apodiformes · Apodidae
About
The Australian swiftlet is a small bird belonging to the genus Aerodramus in the swift family, Apodidae. It is endemic to Queensland in north-eastern Australia. It was formerly included in the white-rumped swiftlet but is now commonly treated as a separate species. It has two subspecies which are occasionally regarded as two separate species: A. t. terraereginae and A. t. chillagoensis.
Fun Fact
It occurs up to 1,000 metres (3,300 ft) above sea-level but is commonest below 500 metres (1,600 ft).
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in tropical north-east Queensland from the Claudie River on the Cape York Peninsula south as far as the Eungella Range near Mackay.
Diet
Preying on insects and drifting spiders.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance