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The Australian swiftlet (Aerodramus terraereginae) is a small bird belonging to the genus Aerodramus in the swift family, Apodidae. It is endemic to Queensland in north-eastern Australia . It was formerly included in the white-rumped swiftlet ( Aerodramus spodiopygius ) but is now commonly treated as a separate species.
The edible-nest swiftlet (Aerodramus fuciphagus), also known as the white-nest swiftlet, is a small bird of the swift family which is found in Southeast Asia. Its opaque and whitish bird nest is made exclusively of solidified saliva and is the main ingredient of bird's nest soup , a delicacy of Chinese cuisine.
The swift family remains one of the more complicated groups of birds in taxonomic research, but the swiftlet tribe is a rather well-defined group. Its internal systematics is confusing; the plumage is usually dull, with shades of black, brown, and gray; from their outward appearance, most species are very similar.
Non-starchy vegetables are vegetables that contain a lower proportion of carbohydrates and calories compared to their starchy counterparts. Thus, for the same calories, one can eat a larger quantity of non-starchy vegetables compared to smaller servings of starchy vegetables. This list may not be complete [1] [2] [3] Alfalfa sprouts; Arugula ...
It probably comes as no surprise that Brussels sprouts are one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat during the fall season. Brussels sprouts contain only 28 calories, 53% of your daily vitamin ...
Below, a handy guide to all the summer fruits and vegetables that will be in season from June through August—and a must-make dish for each one. * Nutritional information sourced from the UDSA .
This is a categorically organized list of foods. Food is any substance consumed to provide nutritional support for the body. [ 1 ] It is produced either by plants , animals , or fungi , and contains essential nutrients , such as carbohydrates , fats , proteins , vitamins , and minerals .
Merriam-Webster defines "fruit" as "the usually edible reproductive body of a seed plant." Most often, these seed plants are sweet and enjoyed as dessert (think berries and melons), but some ...