
Flock
Not for Singles
Use 'flock' for groups, not individual birds or animals.
We watched a flock of geese fly overhead.
Specific Animals
'Flock' is typically used for birds and some animals like sheep or goats.
A flock of sparrows landed in the garden.
Natural Setting
'Flock' suggests animals in a natural or rural setting, rather than a zoo or home.
She keeps a flock of chickens on her farm.