bird Emoji

๐Ÿฆ ยท U+1F426 ยท Emoji 0.6

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What does the bird emoji mean?

Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 ยท Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard

When describing a scene from nature or expressing a sense of freedom, people reach for the ๐Ÿฆ emoji, which represents a generic bird, often used to symbolize wildlife, outdoor activities, or a carefree spirit, and can also be used figuratively to describe someone who is talkative or to reference the phrase "a little bird told me", while in slang, it may refer to a person who is quick to spread rumors or gossip. The ๐Ÿฆ emoji can also be used to add a touch of whimsy or playfulness to a message. In a broader sense, the ๐Ÿฆ emoji can represent a connection to the natural world and the beauty of birds. The emoji's meaning can vary depending on the context in which it is used.

How the bird emoji is used

In digital communication, the ๐Ÿฆ emoji is often used in texting and social media captions to add a lighthearted or humorous tone to a message, and its usage can differ across platforms, with younger generations using it more frequently on TikTok and Snapchat, while older generations may use it more in emails or blogs. The tone of the ๐Ÿฆ emoji can range from playful to poetic, depending on the context and the user's intention. On Twitter, the ๐Ÿฆ emoji is often used to accompany tweets about nature, conservation, or outdoor activities. The emoji's usage can also vary across different cultures and regions.

bird emoji examples

How to copy the bird emoji

To use the bird emoji, tap the Copy button above, then paste it (long-press then Paste on mobile, or Ctrl+V / Cmd+V on desktop) anywhere you can type: messages, captions, usernames, bios and documents. It copies the real Unicode character (U+1F426), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.

bird emoji on different platforms

How the bird emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.

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Twitter / X (Twemoji) design
Twitter / X (Twemoji)
Google Noto Color Emoji design
Google Noto Color Emoji
OpenMoji design
OpenMoji

bird Emoji Details

Emoji๐Ÿฆ
Namebird
CategoryAnimals & Nature
CodepointsU+1F426
Shortcode:bird:
Emoji version0.6
Unicode version0.6
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bird Emoji FAQ

What does the bird emoji mean?

When describing a scene from nature or expressing a sense of freedom, people reach for the ๐Ÿฆ emoji, which represents a generic bird, often used to symbolize wildlife, outdoor activities, or a carefree spirit, and can also be used figuratively to describe someone who is talkative or to reference the phrase "a little bird told me", while in slang, it may refer to a person who is quick to spread rumors or gossip. The ๐Ÿฆ emoji can also be used to add a touch of whimsy or playfulness to a message.

How do I copy and paste the bird emoji?

Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ๐Ÿฆ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.

What is the bird emoji Unicode codepoint?

It is U+1F426, introduced in Emoji version 0.6 (Unicode 0.6). Its shortcode is :bird:.

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