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Explore all 50 US state birds with our comprehensive guide. Learn about each official state bird's characteristics, habitat, and the history behind their selection as state symbols.

With its uniquely crossed bill, this finch is nature's master locksmith, effortlessly prizing open pine cones for their hidden seed treasures. The Red Crossbill is a small finch with a distinctive ...

Soaring over vast oceans for months on end, this majestic seabird boasts the largest wingspan of any living bird species. The Wandering Albatross is renowned for its massive wingspan, the largest of ...

This flightless and imposing forest giant, with its vibrant blue head and dagger-like claws, roams the rainforests of northeastern Australia and New Guinea. The Southern Cassowary is a striking, ...

The master of the skies, this aerial acrobat spends up to 10 months aloft, touching down only to breed. The Common Swift is a sleek, sickle-shaped bird with long, narrow wings and a short, forked tail ...

This flightless giant, standing up to 9 feet tall, roams the African savanna with surprising speed and grace. The Common Ostrich is a striking bird. Males boast black body feathers contrasted by white ...

With its enormous feet splayed across lily pads, this nimble wader appears to walk on water as it navigates Africa's wetlands. The African Jacana is a striking wader with chestnut-brown upperparts, ...

Swift and powerful, this apex predator dives at speeds of up to 240 mph, making it the fastest animal on Earth. The Peregrine Falcon is a striking raptor with a blue-grey back, barred white underparts ...

This iridescent troublemaker has a knack for mimicry and a taste for farmland snacks, making it both admired and controversial across its widespread range. The Common Starling is a small, stocky bird ...

This cheerful songbird with its bright orange breast is a beloved harbinger of spring across North American backyards and parks. The American Robin is a medium-sized thrush with a round body, long ...

Swooping gracefully through the skies, this agile flyer catches insects on the wing and heralds the arrival of spring in many parts of the world. The Barn Swallow is a sleek, small bird with a ...