Printable Spoonbill Bird Activity Page

Meet this gentle Spoonbill, a clever wetland bird named for the broad, flat tip of its extraordinary bill. A spoonbill walks through shallow water and sweeps its bill from side to side, feeling for tiny fish, insects and other tasty creatures. Children can colour the body pearly white or soft rosy pink, then add brighter pink or coral to the wings for a Roseate Spoonbill look. Make the long spoon-shaped bill pale grey, tan or warm orange, and colour the legs and feet light pink. Use fresh green for the reeds, yellow-brown for the cattails, deep blue or turquoise for the water, green for the lily pads and silver for the little fish. Keep the eye sparkle white, follow the curved feather rows with gentle strokes, and add colourful water flowers, dragonflies or a glowing sunset to complete this peaceful wetland scene.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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Grown-up note: Please supervise printing and choose age-appropriate art materials.