Across
- 1. These are social birds with red waxy-tipped feathers who appear to be wearing a mask. They swallow berries whole and fly over the water to find tasty insects.
- 6. This colorful raptor is the smallest falcon in North America.
- 7. This is a medium-sized hawk with an owl-like face that flies low to the ground while hunting. Males are gray and white while females are brown.
- 9. These ducks feed on underwater vegetation in marshes, ponds, and lakes. Females have a bill that is orange around the edge.
Down
- 2. This pale-gray songbird has prominent black and white stripes on its head.
- 3. This is the tallest bird species in North America.
- 4. These small, streaky brown birds tend to be quite secretive and forage on the ground.
- 5. These are bright yellow active birds who appear to bounce while they fly and enjoy snacking on sunflower seeds.
- 8. This is a small songbird who occasionally displays red feathers on its head and appears to be restless as it moves quickly through foliage.