Apodiformes (order)

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Scope note
Order containing around 425 species in 3 families of rapid-flying birds that feed in flight upon insects or nectar, having a 'hand' and primary flight feathers constituting a relatively great proportion of the wing, and relatively weak feet used primarily only for perching.
Apodiformes
Accepted term: 03-Feb-2025