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Dark-eyed Junco "Oregon"

Junco hyemalis

Photo by HemaShah
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Field Notes

Description:

Juncos vary across the country (see Regional Differences), but in general they’re dark gray or brown birds brightened up by a pink bill and white outer tail feathers that periodically flash open, particularly in flight.

Habitat:

Foothills of Mt Diablo

Notes:

looks like an Oregon Junco.
"Oregon" Junco
Dark gray hood
Pale peach flanks
Rusty back
Sparrow-like body shape

Species ID Suggestions

Dark-eyed Junco "Oregon"

Junco hyemalis

Comments (5)

Yes Emma, exactly. You saw it in it's winter range. They fly into Canada for the summer, although some are year-round in Oregon, Washington and the central western states.
@ Ava .these seem to be migratory. Have seen them only once and not since.
It can be really frustrating when birds are different from region to region. I had a hair-pulling session once over song sparrows; they look so much different in Washington State than they do in San Diego.
Thanks so much Ava!! So many species!! Did'nt think that I would have to face the same problem with a Junco!

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