native bird

Local feathered species

A native bird is a bird species that occurs naturally in a particular region, having evolved or established there without human introduction.

The term distinguishes indigenous species from introduced or invasive ones: The kiwi is New Zealand's most famous native bird.

Conservation efforts often focus on protecting native birds from habitat loss and predation by non-native species.

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nesting season · egg laying · migration · wings · birdcall · habitat · conservation · wildlife · kiwi · forest · forest floor · plumage · endangered · flightless · sanctuary · bush · species · chirping

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origin/introduction status

native birdexotic bird

Non-native ornamental fowl

introduced species · alien species

ecological status

native birdinvasive species

Harmful non-native organism

feral pigeon · house sparrow · vermin

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G