All About Birds_5

What are the three groups of animals that have the ability to fly?

• Birds, fish, and bats

• Birds, insects, and bats

• Birds, reptiles, and mammals

• Birds, amphibians, and mammals

What are the big feathers on a bird's wings and tail called?

• Down feathers

• Body feathers

• Tail feathers

• Flight feathers

What type of beak do parrots have?

• Piercing and tearing beaks

• Sifting beaks

• Curved beaks

• Crushing beaks

What type of feet do ducks and penguins have?

• Strong and sharp claws

• Sharp claws for scratching

• Long slender claws

• Webbed feet

What do most birds use to make their nests?

• All of the above

• Grass and twigs

• Moss and leaves

• Hair and feathers

What do eagles and walers use their broad long wings with large feathers for?

• Speed

• Control

• All of the above

• Soaring high above the ground

What do sparrows and pigeons use their short hard beaks for?

• Crushing grains and seeds

• Eating fruits

• Cracking nuts

• Tearing flesh

What do hummingbirds use their long beak for?

• Drinking nectar from flowers

• Tearing flesh

• Eating fruits

• Crushing grains and seeds

What do hens use their strong feet with sharp claws for?

• Holding onto branches

• Holding their prey while flying

• Scratching the ground in search of food

• Climbing up and down tree trunks

Where do most birds build their nests?

• High up in trees

• All of the above

• Under the ground

• On cliffs or buildings