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Birds

Birds are often envied for their ability to fly, but not all of them can. Learn how birds can manipulate feathers, bone and wing structure to soar through the air and even dive-bomb into the water for food.

Topics to Explore:

Birds of Prey Fowl Miscellaneous Birds Perching Birds Waterfowl
What Is a Group of Falcons Called? These Raptors Don't Flock

What Is a Group of Falcons Called? These Raptors Don't Flock

Osprey vs. Eagle: Distinguishing Between Birds of Prey

Osprey vs. Eagle: Distinguishing Between Birds of Prey

Eagle vs. Hawk: A Sharp Eye to Differentiate Birds of Prey

Eagle vs. Hawk: A Sharp Eye to Differentiate Birds of Prey

What Is a Group of Wild Turkeys Called? Not a Flock

What Is a Group of Wild Turkeys Called? Not a Flock

What Is a Baby Turkey Called? 'Poultry' Is About to Make So Much Sense

What Is a Baby Turkey Called? 'Poultry' Is About to Make So Much Sense

What Is a Group of Turkeys Called? Not a Flock or Anything Else You'd Expect

What Is a Group of Turkeys Called? Not a Flock or Anything Else You'd Expect

What Is a Group of Turkey Vultures Called? Depends What It's Doing

What Is a Group of Turkey Vultures Called? Depends What It's Doing

What Is a Group of Birds Called? When It's Not a Flock

What Is a Group of Birds Called? When It's Not a Flock

What Is a Group of Flamingos Called? Not a Flock, Another 'F' Word

What Is a Group of Flamingos Called? Not a Flock, Another 'F' Word

What Is a Group of Doves Called? Depends if They're Flying

What Is a Group of Doves Called? Depends if They're Flying

What Is a Group of Pigeons Called? Exactly What You Think

What Is a Group of Pigeons Called? Exactly What You Think

What's a Group of Ravens Called? Not a Murder (That's Crows)

What's a Group of Ravens Called? Not a Murder (That's Crows)

The 3 Types of Ducks Every Birdwatcher Should Know

The 3 Types of Ducks Every Birdwatcher Should Know

The Blue-footed Booby Dance Gets the Girl Every Time

The Blue-footed Booby Dance Gets the Girl Every Time

Penguins: The Monogamous Tuxedoed Birds That 'Fly' Underwater

Penguins: The Monogamous Tuxedoed Birds That 'Fly' Underwater

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10 Superstitions About Birds
10 Superstitions About Birds

As Hitchcock's 1963 horror classic "The Birds" taught us, it's a good idea to respect our avian friends. Before you accidentally let any bad luck take wing, peck away at these bird-related superstitions.

By Bambi Turner

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