Birds - Facts for Kids

Wild macaws typically live for 25–50 years, but in captivity, they can live 50–70 years, with some reaching over 80!

Some parrots don’t start breeding until they’re 3–8 years old!

A Goldfinch’s wingspan is about 7.5-8.7 inches wide, about the length of a pencil!

Avocets can sleep while standing on one leg, which helps them conserve body heat!

Most parrots wake up just before sunrise and go to sleep at sunset!