White-rumped Spinetail

The White-rumped Spinetail is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The White-rumped Needletail or White-rumped Spinetail is a species of swift found in the forests of the Western Ghats. It is often seen over waterbodies in the middle of forest. It can resemble a House Swift but has a white vent. References - * BirdLife International (2004). Zoonavena sylvatica. 2006. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN 2006. www.iucnredlist.org. Retrieved on 10 May 2006. More