Apodidae

/ˌæpəˈdaɪdi/ noun

A family of small birds without visible feet, commonly called swiftlets and swifts.

The scientific taxonomic name combining 'apod-' (footless) + the Latin '-idae' suffix used for animal families. Named for their characteristic barely visible feet and leg feathers.

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