How Many Bird Species Can You Identify?

Do you know how many bird species exist? Scientists estimate that there are over 10,000 distinct types. While we won't be asking you about all of them, do you think you can identify the 40 we’ve selected for this quiz?

It’s fascinating to consider the vast differences among birds while knowing they all share a common ancestor. The pigeons you see in the park and the ostriches you watch on TV might seem very different, but they have more in common than you might think. Both lay eggs, have wings, and are covered in feathers.

Birds can be found in every corner of the globe. In the isolated regions of Antarctica, you'll encounter emperor penguins. On the rugged ocean cliffs of northern Canada, you’ll spot gannets, terns, and puffins. Even if you ended up in Papua New Guinea, you’d come across birds of paradise and cassowaries.

We find this quiz quite exciting, so it’s time for you to step up and tackle the challenge of naming these 40 feathered friends. Ready to dive in? Great, let’s begin!