Family

Apodidae

2 species in 2 genera. Maximum lifespan ranges from 15 years (Chimney swift) to 21.1 years (Common swift).

Species
2
with a complete mtDNA
Lifespan range
15–21.1 yr
Longest: Common swift
Median GC
45.5%
Range 44.7–46.2%
Genera
2
Largest: Apus (1)

Overview

Genera of Apodidae

2 genera, by species count

Where Apodidae sit among 2,335 species

Whole-genome GC content against maximum lifespan. Hover or tap a point; select it again to open the species.

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  • Apodidae (2)
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Species in Apodidae

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Species in Apodidae
Apus apusCommon swift21.1 yr17,037 bp44.71%
Chaetura pelagicaChimney swift15 yr16,896 bp46.19%