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Backyard Birds

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Have you seen these birds? These four are common in many parts of the United States. Learn how to identify them.

American robin (above)

This bird has an orange breast. It likes to eat earthworms.

Mourning dove

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This bird is known for the cooing sound it makes.

American goldfinch

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Adults have yellow feathers. The wings are mostly black. These birds seem to bounce as they fly.

Downy woodpecker

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These birds are black and white. Males have a red patch on the back of the head.