Unveiling the Longest Non-Stop Bird Flight Record
The common swift holds the record for the longest non-stop flight among birds, staying airborne for up to 10 months without landing. This remarkable endurance is due to evolutionary adaptations such as a streamlined body, long wings, and efficient metabolism. Research from Lund University tracked these birds using advanced technology, revealing their ability to sleep while gliding and a correlation between continuous flight and feather molting. These findings could influence aircraft design and conservation strategies as climate change impacts migratory patterns.