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What is the average air speed of a swallow? (yes this question was inspired by the python script, but it is a serious inquiry nonetheless. Thanks)

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Flight speeds of birds are difficult to measure and verify, Estimates for maximum speed of swallows is probably 40 to 50 mph. (Terres. Audubon Society Encyclopedia of North American Birds)

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