Common Swift

Apus apus

The Common Swift (Apus apus) is a medium-sized bird known for its remarkable aerial abilities. These birds spend the majority of their lives in the air, only landing to breed. They have a streamlined body, long wings, and a forked tail, allowing them to maneuver gracefully through the sky. Common Swifts are highly migratory, traveling between Europe and Africa, and are often seen in large flocks during the breeding season. Their diet primarily consists of insects, which they catch on the wing. These birds are known for their distinctive screaming calls and are a familiar sight in urban areas where they nest in buildings and other man-made structures.

Habitat: Skies and urban areas