Birds Facts for Kids
Feathered facts about birds from around the world
Snowy owls have thick white feathers that help them blend into the snow and ice of the Arctic where they live.
Cranes perform elaborate leaping and bowing dances during courtship — pairs even dance together to strengthen their bond.
Black swans are native only to Australia. Europeans were so surprised when they were first discovered that 'black swan' became a phrase for an impossible event.
The mute swan is one of the heaviest flying birds in the world, weighing up to 30 pounds.
Northern gannets plunge into the sea at speeds of up to 60 miles per hour to catch fish — air sacs in their face and chest cushion the impact.
Scarlet macaws can live up to 75 years in captivity — one of the longest lifespans of any parrot species.
On hot days, pelicans flutter the skin of their throat pouch to help cool themselves down, like a fan.
Male northern cardinals are bright red, while females are a soft brownish-red — the colour difference helps males attract mates while females stay hidden on the nest.
An ostrich kick is powerful enough to kill a lion — their legs can only kick forward, but with tremendous force.
The kookaburra of Australia is famous for its loud, laughing call that echoes through the bush at dawn and dusk.