Bird Curious
London sisters Penny and Jo Sarchet chat about birds. Each episode celebrates a species, exploring what makes it special and where to see it, as well as delving into the science, history and culture of birdwatching in the UK and around the world. With music by Chris Warrington and artwork by Elizabeth Querstret.
Bird Curious
Episode 4: Common swift
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Penny & Jo Sarchet
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Season 1
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Episode 4
It's your last chance to see swifts in the UK this year before they migrate south. Penny and Jo discuss these record-breaking birds, from how they sleep and clean themselves in the air, to their gleeful "screaming parties". Plus: diversity in birdwatching, meet the kingfisher family, and what connects the barnacle goose to the goose barnacle?