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Birds of Sea and Sky

Seabirds and other birds worth learning by name.

  • Teens and up
  • Confident · B2
  • 12 words

The words

Every word in this set, with what it means. Tap a word to hear it.

toucan
a tropical bird with a huge brightly coloured beak
stork
a tall wading bird with long legs and a long beak
pelican
a large water bird with a pouch under its beak
crow
a large black bird with a harsh call
flamingo
a tall pink bird that stands on one leg
sparrow
a small brown bird often seen in gardens
pigeon
a plump grey bird often seen in towns
puffin
a small seabird with a large brightly coloured beak
hawk
a bird of prey with sharp claws and excellent eyesight
raven
a very large black bird with a deep call
albatross
a very large seabird with long narrow wings
dove
a small white or grey bird, often a sign of peace