Birds are feathered, winged, egg-laying vertebrates.

Birds are feathered, winged, egg-laying vertebrates. They spend most of their day gathering food to support their fast metabolism. Some birds eat a variety of foods while others prefer seeds, insects and worms. A few types of birds migrate far distances at certain times of the year, flying at night and feeding during the day.

Keep reading to find kid-friendly facts about birds like pigeons, starlings, and woodpeckers.

• Pigeons
• Starlings
• Woodpeckers