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Swifts - Facts for Kids

Common swift in flight against a blue sky with blurred green trees and a rocky cliff in the background. The bird is dark brown with a slightly paler throat and long, slender, sickle-shaped wings. Its tail appears forked.

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Facts About Swifts For Kids

Basic Information

Swifts belong to the family Apodidae, which comes from the Ancient Greek words meaning “footless” because their tiny feet make it look like they don’t have any at all!

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Sources:

RSPB Britannica

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