Biscutate Swift

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Streptoprocne biscutata

Biscutate Swift, a reference photo
Photo: Joseph Wolf & J.W.Wood · Public domain

The biscutate swift (Streptoprocne biscutata) is a species of bird in subfamily Cypseloidinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and possibly Paraguay.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Biscutate Swift being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Apodiformes
Family
Apodidae
Species
Streptoprocne biscutata

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