“A small bird with a colourful plumage, strong wings and a bright orange beak.”

Common Bird Species:

  • Albatross are large, seabirds with long, narrow wings and a hooked bill. They are found in the Southern Ocean and are known for their long-distance migrations. The albatross has the longest wingspan of any living bird, with some species reaching up to 11 feet.
  • Bald eagle is a large, fish-eating bird of prey with a white head and tail. It is found in North America and is the national bird of the United States.
  • Barn owl is a medium-sized owl with a white heart-shaped face. It is found in most of the world and is known for its nocturnal hunting habits.
  • Blackbird is a medium-sized, songbird with a glossy black plumage. It can be found in Europe, Asia, and Africa and is known for its loud, melodious songs.
  • Blue tit is a small, songbird with a blue back and a white belly. It is found in Europe, Asia, and North Africa and is known for its acrobatic displays.
  • Canada goose is a large, goose with a brown body and a white neck and head. It is found in North America and is known for its long-distance migrations.
  • Crow is a large, black bird with a long, thick bill. It is found in most of the world and is known for its intelligence and its ability to mimic human speech.
  • Dove is a small to medium-sized bird with a plump body and a short neck. It is found in most of the world and is known for its gentle nature and its cooing calls.
  • Eagle is a large, powerful bird of prey with a hooked bill and sharp talons. It is found in most of the world and is known for its strength and its ability to soar through the air.
  • Flamingo is a large, wading bird with a long neck and a long, curved bill. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is known for its bright pink plumage.
  • Goose is a large, waterbird with a long neck and a long, thick bill. It is found in most of the world and is known for its long-distance migrations.
  • Hawk is a medium-sized to large bird of prey with a hooked bill and sharp talons. It is found in most of the world and is known for its hunting skills.
  • Owl is a nocturnal bird of prey with large eyes, a hooked beak, and typically a loud hooting call. It is found in most of the world and is known for its hunting skills.
  • Parrot is a colorful, perching bird with a hooked bill. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is known for its intelligence and its ability to mimic human speech.
  • Pigeon is a medium-sized, dove with a gray body and a white neck ring. It is found in most of the world and is known for its ability to adapt to urban environments.
  • Robin is a small, songbird with a red breast and a white belly. It is found in Europe, Asia, and North Africa and is known for its cheerful songs.
  • Sparrow is a small, perching bird with a brown or gray plumage. It is found all over the world and is known for its adaptability and its ability to live in close proximity to humans.
  • Swan is a large, waterbird with a long neck and a long, graceful body. The swan is famous for its beauty and its grace.
  • Wren is a small, songbird with a brown or gray plumage. The wren is known for its cheerful songs and its ability to build intricate nests.

Expressions Featuring Birds:

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