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31 Birds With Proper Nouns in Their Names

Learn about birds that start with all 26 letters of the alphabet!

A proper noun is a specific name used to identify a unique person, place, thing, or idea. Proper nouns are always capitalized in English, regardless of where they appear in a sentence. In the world of bird names, this usually means the name references a specific person or place. Let’s explore 31 such birds whose names include proper nouns, delving into the origins of their names and the stories they tell about the people or places they are named for.

1. American black duck