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Greetings from Jerusalem, whose holy sites host some of the oldest colonies of nesting swifts

NPR News·July 22, 2026·1 min read

Jerusalem's holy sites, including the Western Wall, host some of the oldest colonies of nesting swifts, according to a report. The scythe-winged birds have nested in cracks at these locations for thousands of years, highlighting a unique natural heritage at the city's religious landmarks.

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