1. All About Birds

What are birds?

• Animals with backbones

• Animals with fur

• Animals with scales

• Animals with shells

What do all birds have?

• Four legs

• Wings and feathers

• Gills

• Tails

Where can birds be found?

• Only in the frigid antarctic

• Only in hot desert climates

• Only in oceans

• Everywhere in the world

What is the size range of birds?

• From 5 cm to 2.75 meters

• From 2 inches to 9 feet

• From tiny to large

• From small to medium

What do birds eat?

• Only insects

• Only fish

• Only meat

• Various types of food

Do all birds fly?

• Yes, all birds can fly

• No, only some birds can fly

• No, birds can only swim

• No, birds can only run

Why do male birds have bright feathers?

• To hide from predators

• To attract females

• To scare away other males

• To blend in with their surroundings

Who takes care of bird eggs?

• Both parents

• Only the mother

• Only the father

• No one

How long does it take for bird eggs to hatch?

• 10 days

• 80 days

• 10-80 days

• It varies for each species

Why are some baby birds blind and featherless?

• They are sick

• They are too young

• They are a different species

• They are injured