Birds - Facts for Kids

Scarlet macaw parrot in profile showing vibrant red head, blue and green wing feathers, and light-colored beak.

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Random Facts About Birds For Kids

Life Cycle

Most woodpecker types lay between 3–6 eggs per clutch (group of eggs)!

Avocets create shallow scrapes in the ground for nests and sometimes decorate them with small pebbles and shells!

Macaws often pick a favorite foot — just like people favor one hand — and use it to hold food or toys. Some are left-footed, some are right-footed, and a few use both!

Young frigatebirds practice flying skills by playing with feathers and other objects in the air!

The largest macaw, the Hyacinth Macaw, can spread its wings up to about 4 feet (1.2 m) across — about the same as a seven-year-old child is tall!