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Study the word list: Animals, Birds (copy)

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	crow	A crow is a large perching bird with glossy black feathers.
	dove	A dove is a small bird with a cooing voice.
	eagle	An eagle is a large keen-sighted bird of prey noted for its broad wings and strong soaring flight.
	gull	A gull is a mostly white aquatic bird with long pointed wings and short legs.
	magpie	A magpie is a black-and-white crow that utters a raucous chattering call.
	owl	An owl is a nocturnal bird of prey that calls with a hoot.
	parrot	A parrot is a type of tropical bird which usually has brightly coloured feathers, a short hooked beak, and the ability to mimic sounds.
	partridge	A partridge is a popular North American game bird with small wings.
	peacock	A peacock is a bird with a crested head and very large fanlike tail marked with iridescent eyes or spots.
	penguin	A penguin is a flightless bird from cold regions.
	pigeon	A pigeon is a small bird with a cooing voice.
	stork	A stork is a wading bird with mostly white plumage.
	vulture	A vulture is a type of bird of prey which feeds chiefly on carrion.

Use the list: Animals, Birds (copy)

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crow

dove

eagle

gull

magpie

owl

parrot

partridge

peacock

penguin

pigeon

stork

vulture

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