American Black Swift Cypseloides niger

Identification
This species is a bird and not a mammal. It has long wings and dark plumage.

Location
Not a mammal

Size
0.8 to 1.2 ounces

Diet
It feeds on flying insects.

Habitat
It does not occur as a mammal.

Activity Period
Not applicable

Behavior
It nests on cliffs near waterfalls. It is active in flight.

Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in summer.

Population
The population status is not relevant here.

History
It is unrelated to mammals.

Human Interactions
It does not interact with humans as a mammal.

Facts
It is included only to clarify classification.

Sources
ODNR academic sources

Insects caught in flight | Cliffs waterfalls forests | Not applicable

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