It is known in Panama from only a few locations and in Colombia and Ecuador from a larger number, though still widely separated.

In one study nearly all of its prey were Hemiptera (true bugs) and Hymenoptera (bees, wasps, and ants).

[4] The spot-fronted swift's nesting season overall includes at least April to July but varies geographically.

It makes a cup nest of moss, ferns, and mud on a vertical rock face near or even directly above water.

[4] The IUCN has assessed the spot-fronted swift a Data Deficient because "there is no information on the true extent of its distribution, population size or trends."