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1. This large, beautiful bird is often found standing in freshwater areas or salt marshes. Its diet consists of fish, frogs, snakes, mice, and other birds.
2. This white bird is often found riding the back of a cow.
3. This magnificent bird is endangered although the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge in Texas has provided a safe refuge.
4. This is the most common duck in the world. Males have a bright green head.
5. Which of these birds is is easily recognized by its large, colorful bill?
6. When these birds are frightened, they are more likely to run than fly. Collectively, they are called a covey.
7. This member of the cuckoo family is long-tailed and fast on its feet. It feeds on snakes and lizards.
8. This owl is no bigger than a good-sized sparrow and has two black blotches resembling 'eyes' on the back of its neck.
9. By human standards, this black bird is one of the most intelligent of all birds.
10. In this species, the male is red with black wings and the female is yellowish green with darker wings and tail.
11. What is the house sparrow also known as?
12. This flycatcher has long, streaming plumes.
13. This hummingbird lays her eggs when her nest is only half finished. She completes it while incubating.
14. Which dove got its name from the sad sound of its call?
15. The male of this species has a brightly colored head with a white collar. The female is smaller and brownish in color.
16. This scavenger is a magnificent flier and is often seen soaring overhead, rocking slightly from side to side.
17. Which of these ducks have blue bills?
18. Which of these is a shorebird with a sickle-shaped bill?
19. Which plover builds its nest on open ground and has a name reflecting its loud, ringing call?
20. Which bird is known for its laughing and yodeling sounds?
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