Bird

are recurring Animals in .
==Species==
===Common Bird===
In and , the Know-It-All Birds provide Link with helpful tips about the gameplay.
In , many birds live on the Fortress of Winds and on the Tower of Winds' roof. One of those birds, Zeffa, is a blue bird who can, similarly to the Flute Boy's pet, warp Link to any one of the 8 Wind Crests scattered across the overworld, when summoned by using the Ocarina of Wind.
In , Hena and Coro each own a bird, named respectively Purdy and Trill. Trill runs a shop near the that sells Lantern Oil and Red Potion. The bird Plumm might belong to their sister, Iza, as Plumm can be found at the finish point of Iza's Rapids Ride.
In , Link can play the "Song of Birds" to summon birds (Cuccos included). The young hero can use his Whip to latch on the trapeze that Whip Birds The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia are holding, which allows him to be carried by the birds to certain areas. Also in this game, doves appear in Aboda Village and while riding the Spirit Train in the Forest Realm.
In , birds are found along with squirrels in the Sacred Grove, and gathering around the Bird Lover under a bridge. These birds are found in the colors blue, yellow, and pink. They fly away when Link gets close. In the ending, several birds and squirrels are seen gathering around in the .
In , pink, yellow, and a rarer blue bird appear in the town of Hytopia. They are slightly smaller than the variety found in . They tend to flock in small groups and will fly away when approached. Mimi believes that if a picture of a blue bird is taken, everyone who sees the picture will be happy. However, there is no significance to this. The will pay more for if he has seen a blue bird.
===Cucco===
Cuccos made their first appearance in and are among the first animals introduced in the series. Cuccos make their return in , and in most games since. The Flying Rooster introduced the concept of Cucco Gliding.
Cuccos made their first 3D appearance in . A Cucco is essentially the Hylian version of a chicken. This game also included the concept of Cucco gliding, actually requiring Link to make use of this mechanic to find all of the Cucco Lady's Cuccos. Cuccos have had many uses throughout The Legend of Zelda series, sometimes comical, such as in , where they are used as a getaway escape by the Bombers.
In , the chicks inside 's house will bite at when he is -sized. One, however, will not, and perches on top of 's dojo; can with this Cucco chick if he is -sized.
Cuccos have appeared in the following games: , , , , , , , , , , , , , and .
===Dove===
Doves are common all throughout Hyrule in . They largely replace the Seagulls from and behave similarly, although they are more interactive than the seagulls were. Using the Song of Birds near one will cause it to fly and land on Link's head. It will stay on his head until Link rolls, spin attacks, or hits something hard with his sword.
===Duck===
In , when Link plays the flute nearby the Weathercock in the center of Kakariko Village, the Flute Boy's duck will appear from inside the statue. If Link plays the flute again, the bird will appear and transport him to one of 8 different locations in the Light World.
Ducks are found in Ordon Village and in the Fishing Hole in . They can either be found swimming in the pond or walking along the banks.
===Hawk===
In , Link can blow into Hawk Grass in order to summon a hawk, which he can use to solve certain puzzles. The hawk can be aimed and released to retrieve faraway objects or attack enemies. After this, the hawk will fly away, but it can be called on again if need be. If Link calls on the hawk as a Wolf, the Hawk will be able to point out secrets in the area. At the beginning of Link's quest, it is necessary to summon a hawk to get 's crib back from a monkey.
===Owl===
A mysterious first appears in to share his words of wisdom with Link.
Kaepora Gaebora is the name given to the wise owl from , , and .
===Seagull===
Link can control seagulls in using a Hyoi Pear. At the Forsaken Fortress, several of them circle around the window of the room in which Aryll is being held captive. They sometimes fly alongside the King of Red Lions, Link's boat.
In , Seagulls return mainly to add atmosphere while traveling by sea. They will follow Linebeck's Ship in groups of four. If Link shoots one of them with the cannon, they will all flee.
===Loftwing===
In , all the inhabitants of Skyloft are paired up with a large, rideable bird known as a Loftwing. Link has a Crimson Loftwing, a breed previously thought extinct, which he can use to fly around in between the various islands in the Sky. Loftwings are a necessary part of life in Skyloft, seen when Groose and his henchmen, Cawlin and Strich, steal and hide Link's Loftwing.
===Chirri===
 are small that can be found on the in places such as . There are three varieties: yellow, orange and blue.
==Non-Canon Appearances==
=== (Himekawa)===
A Bird listens to Nayru as she sings and strums the Harp of Ages. 
==Gallery==
File:BirdALttP.png|A bird in 
File:Ostrich.png|An ostrich-like bird from 
File:OwlALttP.png|An owl-like bird in 
File:GreenBird.gif|A bird in 
File:YellowBird.gif|A bird in 
File:LANS Parrot Model.png|A parrot in 
File:LANS Toucan Model.png|A toucan in 
File:TMC Bird Sprite 2.png|A yellow bird in 
File:TMC Bird Sprite 3.png|A red bird in 
File:TMC Bird Sprite 4.png|A green bird in 
File:ST Doves.png|Doves on the 
File:ALBW Bird Lover & Birds.jpg|The Bird Lover with several birds in 
File:BotW Sparrows Concept Artwork.jpg|Concept art of the Common Sparrow, Rainbow Sparrow, Blue Sparrow and Red Sparrow for .