They feed near the sea floor and no more than 100m offshore.
It often perches high in tops of trees, but generally feeds on or near the ground.
The song describes a person who saw a young shepherdess sitting alone feeding her sheep near a mountain.
When I tried to feed 'im, he near bit my arm off.
However, they often feed near the surface where they can be shot by bowfishers.
This will keep deer from feeding near roads and allow better vision for drivers.
Palm swifts often feed near the ground, and they drink on the wing.
Some will feed on or near large mammals to find insects.
They reproduce in sponges but do not feed near them.
They usually feed near their roost, and go no farther than necessary for water.