Mangoverde :: World Bird Guide :: Swifts :: Mascarene Swiftlet

Mascarene Swiftlet Aerodramus francicus

Described by: Gmelin, J. F. (1789)
Alternate common name(s): Mauritius Swiftlet, Gray-rumped Swiftlet, Grey-rumped Swiftlet, Indian Ocean Swiftlet, Mascarene Cave Swiftlet
Old scientific name(s): Collocalia francica, Collocalia inexpectata, Aerodramus francica

Photographs

Black River Gorges National Park, Mauritius - Nov, 2005 © Charlie Moores 
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Range

W. Mascarene Is.;
Two populations;
Restricted range;
Mauritius and Reunion.

Videos

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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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