It's important to learn these when identifying birds. There are many different classifications of birds. Birds are grouped together by their similarities. Hawks, vultures and eagles are classed together because they are all large birds with long, curved claws and hooked bills. Hawks, in fact, are one of the most popular birds to watch.
Hummingbirds are in a class of their own.
These tiny wonders can fly like no other bird in the world. They can hover and fly backwards. Hummer celebrations take place in areas of the hummingbird migration paths. Learn how to identify the different types of hummers by their unique markings and colors. North America has over 800 species of birds.