Trivia: Which bird can fly for nearly 10 months without landing?
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The Common Swift (Apus apus) holds the record for the longest continuous flight, staying airborne for nearly 10 months without landing.
Key Facts:
Scientists discovered that some swifts spend 99% of their lives in the air, feeding, drinking, and even sleeping while flying!
They use air currents and thermals to stay aloft with minimal effort.
A study in 2016 using tracking devices confirmed that swifts can remain airborne for nearly 300 days straight.
This incredible ability makes the Common Swift one of the most remarkable birds in the world!
