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Pygmy Swiftlet
Collocalia troglodytes Gray, GR, 1845
Apodidae — Swifts
Pygmy Swiftlet, Collocalia troglodytes, is a swift of the Philippines in the family Apodidae. It is found in tropical moist lowland forest, especially in lowland areas close to woodland and water. This monotypic species is the world’s smallest swift, measuring under 9 cm and weighing 5 grams. It feeds on small insects while in flight and may gather in small groups when feeding. Some cave-nesting swiftlets can use echolocation in total darkness. Its breeding period varies by island, but usually falls between May and September.
- Order
- Apodiformes
- Family
- Apodidae — Swifts
- Breeding range
- Oriental Region: Philippines
