Andean Swift
- Score
- 0.9910322
- Family
- Apodidae
- Tail Shape
- forked
- Wing Shape
- pointed
Why it matters
The Andean swift is a highly specialized aerial insectivore recognized by its sleek, pointed wings and deeply forked tail, which allow it to navigate the rugged terrain of the Andes with remarkable agility. These birds are prized by observers for their ability to master high-altitude mountain environments, often nesting in crevices on sheer rock faces far from the ground.
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