Quiz: Can You Identify These Birds?

There are an estimated 9,000-10,000 species of birds that inhabit our planet, ranging in size from the tiny Bee Hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae) to the massive, flightless Ostrich (Struthio camelus). Birds have evolved to live in a wide variety of habitats and environmental conditions. They are unique for their feathers: no other animal group possesses plumage.

The diversity and uniqueness of birds make them a favorite subject for wildlife watchers. Bird identification is challenging yet accessible—there are many field guides to help birdwatchers of all levels identify the species they observe. So if you would like to put your bird identification skills to the test, be sure to take the quiz:

Take the Quiz: Can You Identify These Birds?

Or if you would prefer to explore some birdwatching tips and articles about bird biology, you can read the articles listed below.

Find out more:

• Bird Watching Tips for Beginners
• An Introduction to Birds
• Birds (Class Aves)

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