The African palm swift (Cypsiurus parvus), is a species of small swift in the Apodidae family. It is very similar to the Asian palm swift (Cypsiurus balasiensis), and was formerly considered to be the same species. It is a common resident breeder in tropical Africa. The down and feather nest is glued to the underside of a palm leaf with saliva, which is also used to secure the usually two eggs. This is a fast flying bird of open country, which is strongly associated with oil palms.