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Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

Photo by LisaPowers
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Description:

Adults have rufous sides, a white belly and a long dark tail with white edges. The eyes are red, white for birds in the southeast. Males have a black head, upper body and tail; these parts are brown in the female. Juveniles are brown overall.

Habitat:

Suburban back yard.

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Eastern Towhee

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PublishedApril 21, 2013

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