7-Letter Birds

A large waterbird native to the warmer parts of the Americas, characterized by its long, slender neck, sharp bill, and habit of swimming with its body submerged, which gives it a snake-like appearance.

Any of several medium-sized toucans of the genus Pteroglossus, native to the Neotropics of Central and South America, characterized by their brightly colored plumage and long, distinctly serrated bills.

Any of numerous small passerine birds of the family Thamnophilidae, native to subtropical and tropical Central and South America, many of which are known for their habit of following swarms of army ants to catch insects flushed out by the ants.

A vulture, particularly the turkey vulture or black vulture, known for scavenging carrion.

A small, seed-eating songbird of the family Emberizidae (in Eurasia) or Cardinalidae (in the Americas), typically characterized by a short, stout bill and native to varied habitats including brushlands and forests.

Any of various solitary, well-camouflaged wading birds of the heron family (Ardeidae), typically inhabiting reed beds and marshes and noted for the deep booming call of the male.

A widespread domestic fowl (Gallus gallus domesticus) kept primarily for its eggs and meat.

Any of several stout-billed bowerbirds of the Australasian genus Ailuroedus, typically possessing green plumage and known for loud, wailing calls reminiscent of a cat.

Any of several small, brood-parasitic New World blackbirds belonging to the genus Molothrus, native to the Americas and known for laying their eggs in the nests of other bird species to be raised by foster parents.

A small, brownish-grey songbird native to Europe and temperate Asia, frequently found foraging quietly in gardens, scrublands, and hedgerows.

A small, black and white seabird (Alle alle) of the auk family, native to the high Arctic regions where it breeds on coastal cliffs, wintering in the North Atlantic ocean.

A small, highly adaptable forest bird (genus Chasiempis) belonging to the monarch flycatcher family, endemic to the Hawaiian Islands and notable in native mythology as the guiding spirit of canoe makers.

Any of numerous small to medium-sized tyrant flycatchers of the genus Elaenia, native primarily to Central and South America and the Caribbean, typically characterized by relatively plain, olive-green or brownish plumage and a subtle crest.

A large North American woodpecker of the genus Colaptes, noted for its predominantly brown plumage and habit of feeding on the ground for ants and insects.

A large, predatory tropical seabird characterized by its deeply forked tail, long wingspan, and the male's inflatable red throat pouch; also formally known as a frigatebird.

A small, primarily insectivorous bird native to Australasia, Southeast Asia, and the Indian subcontinent, characterized by a long tail that frequently spreads into a distinctive fan shape.

A large Old World vulture characterized by a pale head and neck, native to mountainous regions of Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

A large, short-winged bird of prey in the genus Accipiter, native to temperate forests of the Northern Hemisphere, known for its agility and predatory skill in pursuing prey through dense woodlands.

An Asian starling of the genus Gracula, such as the hill myna, historically recognized for its distinct yellow wattles and remarkable ability to mimic human speech.

A breed of domestic chicken that originated in Holland and Germany, known for its slender build, active nature, and prolific egg-laying.

A medium-sized bird of prey in the family Accipitridae (genus Circus), characterized by long wings and a long tail, that typically hunts by flying low over open ground.

A large, crested bird of the bustard family (genus Chlamydotis), native to deserts and arid regions of North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia, known for its elaborate mating displays and traditionally hunted in Middle Eastern falconry.

A small, highly sociable bird of the crow family native to Eurasia and North Africa, characterized by black plumage with a distinctive silvery-grey nape, pale eyes, and a reputation in folklore for stealing shiny objects.

A breed of fancy pigeon characterized by a distinctive hood or cowl of feathers that resembles the hood of a Dominican friar.

Any of various slender, brilliantly colored insectivorous birds of the family Galbulidae, native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, characterized by a long, pointed bill used for catching flying insects.

A small bird of prey belonging to the falcon family (genus Falco), typically found in open country across Eurasia, Africa, and the Americas, distinguished by its behavior of hovering stationary against the wind while hunting for ground-dwelling rodents.

A very small, active songbird of the family Regulidae, native to North America and Eurasia, typically possessing olive-green plumage and a brightly colored crown patch.

Any of several medium-sized ground-nesting birds of the plover family (Charadriidae), especially the Eurasian lapwing, native to temperate Eurasia and noted for its wispy crest, iridescent back, erratic tumbling flight, and distinctive wailing call.

A large, brownish wading bird (Aramus guarauna) native to the wetlands and swamps of the Americas, noted for its halting gait, loud wailing cries, and a specialized diet consisting primarily of apple snails.

A highly common and widely distributed wild dabbling duck native to the Americas, Eurasia, and North Africa, from which most domestic ducks are descended. The male is notable for its distinct glossy green head and white neck ring.

A small, typically brightly colored passerine bird of the family Pipridae, native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, noted for the elaborate and acrobatic courtship displays of the males.

A medium-sized waterbird of the rail family (Rallidae), typically characterized by blackish plumage, long toes adapted for walking on floating vegetation, and a distinctive red frontal shield and yellow-tipped bill.

Any of several species of South American puffbirds in the genus Monasa, typically characterized by striking slate-grey or black plumage and bright red or orange bills.

A large, swift-running flightless bird (Struthio camelus) native to Africa, characterized by a long bare neck, long legs, and two toes on each foot, making it the largest living bird species.

A small European songbird of the bunting family (Emberiza hortulana), traditionally prized in French gastronomy as a highly controversial and decadent delicacy.

A nocturnal, fruit-eating bird (Steatornis caripensis) native to the northern regions of South America and the Caribbean island of Trinidad, known for roosting in caves and navigating using a form of echolocation.

Any of various flightless, aquatic birds of the family Spheniscidae, native almost exclusively to the Southern Hemisphere, having webbed feet and wings modified into flippers for swimming.

A large male peafowl of the pheasant family, native primarily to Asia, renowned for its loud calls and brilliant iridescent plumage, especially its sweeping upper tail coverts which it fans out in a courtship display.

A large, heavily built water bird of the family Pelecanidae, native to temperate and tropical regions worldwide, characterized by a long beak and a massive throat pouch used for catching fish and draining water before swallowing.

A strikingly colored bird of the trogon family, native to the tropical forests of Central America, noted for the male's iridescent green plumage and exceptionally long tail coverts.

An adult male of various other bird species, particularly gallinaceous birds such as the pheasant, quail, or grouse.

Any of several species of brightly colored, broad-tailed parrots in the genus Platycercus, native to Australia and some surrounding islands.

A small Eurasian thrush (Turdus iliacus) characterized by its prominent white supercilium (eyestripe) and rusty-red underwing coverts and flanks.

A small, widely distributed migratory songbird of the family Hirundinidae, typically characterized by long pointed wings, a deeply forked tail, and swift, graceful flight.

Any of various similar but unrelated small, seed-eating New World birds of the family Passerellidae.

A common name for any of numerous stout-bodied seabirds of the family Laridae, typically characterized by gray, white, or black plumage, long wings, webbed feet, and a heavy, slightly hooked bill.

Any of numerous species of small, frequently brightly colored New World songbirds, primarily belonging to the family Thraupidae, which inhabit forests and woodlands across North, Central, and South America.

Any of several medium-sized migratory shorebirds of the genus Tringa, particularly native to the Pacific region and characterized by their loud, ringing, repetitive alarm calls when disturbed.

A small passerine bird of the genus Lalage in the cuckoo-shrike family, native to southern Asia and Australasia, noted for its continuous trilling song.

Any of various large birds of prey, typically having a bare head and neck, found globally in tropical and temperate regions, that feed chiefly on carrion.

Any of numerous small, primarily insectivorous songbirds belonging to various distinct taxonomic families (such as the New World Parulidae or Old World Sylviidae), recognized for their active foraging and characteristic trilling or warbling songs.

Any of various small, slender insectivorous songbirds of the family Motacillidae (genus Motacilla), native chiefly to Eurasia and Africa, known for their characteristic habit of constantly bobbing their tails up and down.

Any of a small group of songbirds in the genus Bombycilla, native to the northern forests of North America and Eurasia, characterized by exceptionally soft, silky plumage, a prominent head crest, and distinctive red, wax-like tips on their secondary wing feathers.