Birds

2. It swims well and makes a quacking sound. You might see it at a pond or lake.
6. It flies super fast and has great eyesight. It can dive quickly to catch small animals.
7. It hunts at night and makes a “hoot” sound. Its big eyes help it see in the dark.
8. It has a big pouch under its beak. It scoops up fish while gliding over the water.
10. It comes in bright colors and can copy sounds. Some can even say words like a person.

1. It soars high in the sky and has sharp claws. It's a strong hunter and a national symbol.
3. This bird is bright red and easy to spot in trees. Males are very colorful, but females are more brownish.
4. It taps on tree trunks to find bugs. Its head moves fast as it pecks at the wood.
5. It has a red chest and likes to hop on the ground. You can often see it looking for worms after rain.
6. It stands on one leg and is bright pink. You can see it at the zoo or near warm lakes.
8. You often see this bird in cities and parks. It walks in little steps and coos softly.
9. It is all black and very smart. This bird can remember faces and solve puzzles.
10. It has a colorful beak and looks a bit like a clown. It can swim underwater to catch fish.