A magpie collection of different facts.
Avian Extras

Habitats
Humans can live in deserts, on high mountain regions, coastal plains, river valleys even on water. Every part of the earth has been colonised by our species. From the freezing Arctic and Antarctic to the humid tropical equator humans have found ways to survive and thrive. Other species are more particular. Birds may be almost everywhere…

What makes a bird a bird?
Feathers, beaks, eggs, wings and walking on their toes all make a bird a bird.

A Minor Bird by Robert Frost
A poem by Robert Frost titled “A Minor Bird”

Why? – Another poem.
Why? Thoughts on Robert Frost’s poem “A Minor Bird”.

Birds in Art and as Icons
The variety, colour and beauty of birds inspire artists.

Aves in New Zealand
A list of the 17 orders of birds found in New Zealand.

Gardens for Birds
Encourage birds to come visiting by providing a safe habitat.

Activity Ideas
Craft ideas for that rainy day.

Crosswords and Puzzles
Crossword and wordfinder page.

Reference
A compilation of links to bird related reference websites.