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Great Swallow-tailed Swift

Great Swallow-tailed Swift

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The Great Swallow-tailed Swift is a striking, large swift known for its exceptionally long and deeply forked tail. It is a powerful and graceful flyer inhabiting forested and canyon areas.
Where to spot
Primarily found in Central America, ranging from southern Mexico through Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, and Costa Rica.
How to spot
Scan high above forested valleys, canyons, and near large cliff faces where they often nest. Its large size and extremely long, forked tail are unmistakable.
When to spot
Year-round resident, most active during the day, often seen in the mornings and late afternoons.
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File:Great Swallow-tailed Swift (Panyptila sanctihieronymi).jpg
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Great Swallow-tailed Swift (Panyptila sanctihieronymi).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Great Swallow-tailed Swift (Panyptila sanctihieronymi) (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Its impressive tail can be nearly as long as its body, making it one of the most distinctive swift species in flight.
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