Crested Treeswift

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    The crested treeswift is a large slender bird. It has a crest and a long, deeply forked tail. The adult male has orange cheeks. The crested treeswift feeds in the air, capturing insects including honey bees on the wing with its bill. They are known to sometimes roost communally.

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    About Crested Treeswift

    The Crested Treeswift is a large, slender bird with a distinctive crest and a long, deeply forked tail. The adult male has orange cheeks. This bird is known for its aerial feeding habits, capturing insects, including honey bees, on the wing with its bill. Interestingly, they sometimes roost communally.

    Crested Treeswift's Area of Expertise

    The Crested Treeswift is an expert in aerial acrobatics and insect hunting. It can provide insights into bird behavior, flight techniques, and insect ecology. It's also a great source of information on communal roosting habits and the Hemiprocnidae family.

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    I geek out on aerial acrobatics and insect hunting. The thrill of catching insects mid-flight is unmatched!