Birds are Animals too | EVS for Class 1 PDF Download

Animals Are Living Beings

Animals are living beings, just like humans. They eat food, grow, move, and breathe. Some animals live on land, some in water, and some fly in the sky.

Birds Are Special Animals

Birds are also animals, but they are different from other animals. They can fly in the sky using their wings. Birds have feathers on their bodies and use their beaks to eat food. They can hop, walk, or swim, depending on where they live.

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Parts of a Bird

Birds have different body parts that help them live and move around.

1. Wings and Feathers

• Birds have two wings covered with soft feathers.
• Their wings help them fly high in the sky.

2. Beak

• Birds do not have teeth; they use their beaks to eat.
• Different birds have different types of beaks, depending on what they eat.
• Sparrows and pigeons have small beaks, while eagles and parrots have strong beaks.

3. Legs and Feet

• Birds use their feet to walk, hop, or swim.
• Some birds, like ducks, have webbed feet to swim in water.
• Eagles have sharp claws to catch food.

4. Tail

• The tail helps birds balance while flying.
• It also helps them change direction in the air.

Birds Lay Eggs

All birds lay eggs. After a few days, the eggs hatch, and a baby bird (chick) comes out. The mother bird takes care of the chick until it grows big enough to fly.

• Example: A hen lays eggs, and after a few days, little chicks hatch.

Birds That Cannot Fly – Flightless Birds

Not all birds can fly. Some birds are called flightless birds because they cannot fly. Instead, they run or swim to move around.

Examples of Flightless Birds:

• Ostrich – The biggest bird in the world. It runs very fast.

• Emu – A large bird from Australia that can run fast.

• Penguin – A bird that swims in water but cannot fly.

What Do Birds Eat?

Different birds eat different types of food.

• Sparrows and pigeons eat grains and seeds.
• Parrots eat fruits and nuts.
• Eagles and owls eat small animals.
• Ducks and cranes eat fish and water plants.

Be Kind to Birds and Animals

Birds and animals are our friends, and we must take care of them.

Ways to Help Birds:

• Never hurt or catch birds. Let them fly freely.
• Place grains and water for birds in the garden, especially in summer.
• Do not break bird nests or take their eggs.
• If you find an injured bird, try to help it or call an animal rescue center.
• Plant trees and flowers to provide birds with a place to rest and build nests.

Fun Facts About Birds!

• The hummingbird is the smallest bird in the world.
• The ostrich lays the biggest egg.
• Parrots can learn to talk and repeat words.
• Birds have hollow bones to help them fly easily.
• Some birds migrate to warmer places in winter.

Conclusion

Birds are amazing animals that make our world beautiful. Some fly in the sky, while others run or swim. They lay eggs, and baby chicks hatch after a few days. Birds come in different colours, shapes, and sizes.

We must be kind to birds and animals. Let’s take care of them, feed them, and enjoy their beauty in nature.