Quiz: Can You Identify These Common Garden Birds?

Cardinal watches Eastern bluebirds splashing in bird bath

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Birdwatching has become something of a hot new hobby of late, and no wonder. Not only is it one of the most rewarding ways to connect with nature in your backyard, identifying native species is a skill every gardener can enjoy.

Yes, from tiny songbirds to striking raptors, the US is home to hundreds of fascinating species, which is why it's such a great idea to create a dedicated bird sanctuary in your own backyard. But how many birds do you actually know by name?

o help kick off the new year, this quiz challenges you to test your knowledge of the garden birds we’re most likely to spot – using photos alone. It’s designed to be fun, informative, and perfect for a winter day spent indoors… even if there’s a chance you’ll discover you’re more bird brain than bird expert by the end of it.

Good luck, and happy birding!

Whether you scored perfectly or discovered a new bird to watch for, this quiz is a reminder that the birds in our backyards are always full of surprises, and learning to recognise them makes every garden visit a little more magical.

Still, if you whizzed through this (and loved it), then you might like to have a go at our houseplant soulmate test or try our witchy plant quiz. Have fun, whichever you choose, and be sure to look out for more quizzes and puzzles coming very soon...

Kayleigh is an enthusiastic (sometimes too enthusiastic!) gardener and has worked in media for over a decade. She previously served as digital editor at Stylist magazine, and has written extensively for Ideal Home, Woman & Home, Homes & Gardens, and a handful of other titles. Kayleigh is passionate about wildlife-friendly gardening, and recently cancelled her weekend plans to build a mini pond when her toddler found a frog living in their water barrel. As such, her garden – designed around the stunning magnolia tree at its centre – is filled to the brim with pollinator-friendly blooms, homemade bird feeders, and old logs for insects to nest in.