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Test your knowledge of bird science vocabulary, from feather types and flight mechanics to migration patterns and nesting behaviors.

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What does 'ornithology' study?

About Ornithology Terms Quiz

Ornithology Terms Quiz is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Test your knowledge of bird science vocabulary, from feather types and flight mechanics to migration patterns and nesting behaviors. A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.

A few sample questions

  1. 1. What does 'ornithology' study?

    Answer: Birds

  2. 2. What is 'plumage'?

    Answer: The covering of feathers on a bird

  3. 3. What does 'migration' refer to in ornithology?

    Answer: The seasonal movement of birds from one region to another

  4. 4. What is a 'raptor'?

    Answer: A bird of prey, such as an eagle, hawk, or falcon

  5. 5. What does 'preening' involve?

    Answer: A bird using its beak to clean, arrange, and waterproof its feathers

Frequently asked questions

How many questions are in Ornithology Terms Quiz?

Ornithology Terms Quiz has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.

Is Ornithology Terms Quiz free to play?

Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Ornithology Terms Quiz — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.

How long does Ornithology Terms Quiz take?

Most players finish Ornithology Terms Quiz in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.

What's a good follow-up after Ornithology Terms Quiz?

If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.

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