Mangoverde :: World Bird Guide :: Swifts :: Dark-rumped Swift

Dark-rumped Swift Apus acuticauda

Described by: Jerdon (1864)
Alternate common name(s): Khasi Hills Swift, Dark-backed Swift
Old scientific name(s): Apus acuticaudus

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Range

Ne. India;
Restricted range;
Assam asi in vicinity of Cherrapunji and Lilancote in Khasi Hills and possibly the Blue Mountains in Lushai Hills. Recorded in Bhutan. May also occur in Nepal and Burma.
Winters in nw. Thailand.

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Sounds

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References

Clements, James F. Birds of the World: A Checklist. Vista, CA: Ibis Publishing Company, 2000.

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