Birds in Dutch: Learn the Vocabulary for Common Birds

Welcome to your guide for learning Dutch vocabulary related to birds. Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate Dutch learner, this list will help you recognize and understand the names of various birds in Dutch!

Common Dutch Vocabulary for Birds

Dutch Word	English Translation
de merel	blackbird
de kraanvogel	crane
de raaf	crow
de duif	dove
de arend	eagle
de vink	finch
de flamingo	flamingo
de meeuw	gull
de havik	hawk
de reiger	heron
de ijsvogel	kingfisher
de leeuwerik	lark
de struisvogel	ostrich
de uil	owl
de pauw	peacock
de pelikaan	pelican
de pinguïn	penguin
de duif	pigeon
de papegaaiduiker	puffin
de roodborst	robin
de mus	sparrow
de ooievaar	stork
de zwaan	swan
de lijster	thrush

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