Migratory birds are fascinating creatures that travel vast distances between breeding and wintering grounds each year. They are able to navigate using a variety of cues, including the sun, stars, and even the Earth's magnetic field. Some species travel thousands of miles, while others only migrate a short distance. Regardless of the distance, migratory birds face many challenges during their journey, including predators, weather, and habitat loss. Despite these challenges, they continue to make this incredible journey each year, reminding us of the wonder and resilience of nature.
Here are some common migratory birds:
- ducks
- geese
- swans
- sandpipers
- plovers
- gulls
- warblers
- orioles
- hummingbirds
- hawks
- eagles
- falcons
These birds migrate long distances, often thousands of miles, to find food and suitable breeding grounds.
sandpiper
/ˈsændpaɪpər/
a small bird with long legs and a long beak that lives near rivers and lakes
鹬
plover
/ˈplʌvər/
a small bird that lives near the sea
鸻
gull
/ɡʌl/
a bird that lives near the coast with black and white or grey and white feathers
海鸥
warbler
/ˈwɔːrblər/
a bird that can make musical sounds
莺
oriole
/ˈɔːrioʊl/
a bird which has black and yellow or orange feathers
黄鹂
hummingbird
/ˈhʌmɪŋbɜːrd/
a very small brightly coloured bird with a long, thin beak, whose wings move very fast and make a humming noise
蜂鸟
