ocr: SWIFTS HERE ARE ABOUT 90 species of swifts, SHORT and all feed on insects that they catch in BEAK midair. Until they are ready to nest, these high-speed fliers spend all their time on the wing, even sleeping and mating in the air. They can beat their wings at different speeds, helping them to steer. Swifts are found worldwide; however, in places that have cold winters they are summer visitors only. FORKED TAIL POINTED COMMON SWIFT WINGS When feeding, the swift opens its beak like a funnel to scoop up airborne insects. KEY FACTS
