White-nest Swiftlet
NameWhite-nest Swiftlet
Common NameWhite-nest Swiftlet
Scientific NameAerodramus fuciphagus
FamilyApodidae
Wingspan (cm)28.5
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsDull grey-brown to dark brown upperparts, with slightly paler greyish-brown underparts. Features long, pointed wings and a short, slightly forked tail.
Vocalization / CallEmits high-pitched clicks for echolocation in dark environments, along with various twittering and chirping vocalizations.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatscoastal, forest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Southeast Asia, including the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java, Borneo, and the Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesSmall, dark swiftlet, Long, pointed wings, Short, slightly forked tail, Aerial foraging, Echolocation (in caves)
Description
A small to medium-sized swiftlet, known for its agile aerial foraging and echolocation. It builds unique nests from its saliva, often in caves, which are highly valued.
