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

Basic Information

There are about 17 different species of true geese in the world, belonging to the family Anatidae, which includes ducks and swans!

️Diet & Feeding

Most parrots are herbivores, which means they mainly eat plants, including seeds, fruits, nuts, and flowers!

Some penguins nest on rocky cliffs to protect their eggs from flooding and predators!

A group of woodpeckers is called a descent (or sometimes a descension), though they rarely gather (come together) in large groups!

Physical Characteristics

Penguins have special glands above their eyes that filter salt out of seawater, allowing them to drink ocean water!