examples of birds [5]

There are more than 9,000 species of birds scattered around the world.

cockatoo

Noisy perching bird with drab plumage and a tuft of upright feathers on its head, found mainly in Australia; it can mimic human speech.

macaw

Noisy brightly colored perching bird found in the tropical forests of the Americas; it feeds mainly on seeds and fruit.

tern

Widespread web-footed aquatic bird with long wings and a forked tail; it dives for the fish it feeds on.

albatross

Web-footed aquatic bird of the south seas; its wingspan can reach 10 ft, allowing it to glide for hours.

toucan

Large yet gentle bird found in the forests of the Americas; its dentate bill allows it to feed especially on fruits and insects.