For the purpose of identifying the bird that is mentioned most often in the Bible we will use the New International Version. We will also list the top 5 birds most often mentioned in the Bible.
The Most Often Mentioned Bird In The Bible
Dove, Doves (47 Times)
The dove is by far the most mentioned bird in the Bible. The singular and plural form of this bird can be found a combined 47 times. This makes doves our winner of the most commonly found bird in the Bible.
The Second Most Mentioned Bird In The Bible
Eagle, Eagles (27 Times)
Owl, Owls (27 Times)
There appears to be a tie between the eagles and the owls for the second place title. Both are mentioned 27 times in the Scriptures.
3. Raven, Ravens (11 Times)
You will find the word raven or ravens a total of 11 times.
4. Sparrow, Sparrows (7 Times)
5. Quail (4 Times)
Rounding out our top 5 is the quail.
Honorable Mention For The Most Common Bird Of The Bible
Swallow (2 Times)
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