Dark-eyed Junco
Junco hyemalis
Physical Characteristics
Size
5.5-6.3 inches
Wingspan
7.1-9.8 inches
Weight
0.6-1.1 oz
Plumage
Highly variable, typically gray or brown with white belly and white outer tail feathers
Distinctive Features
Highly variable
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Coniferous and mixed forests, suburbs in winter
🍽️ Diet
Seeds, insects
🦅 Behavior
Snowbird - common at feeders in winter, several regional subspecies
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Migratory
🎵 Sounds
Musical trill
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Dark-eyed Juncos have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 5.5-6.3 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Dark-eyed Junco sound like?
Dark-eyed Juncos make Musical trill. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Dark-eyed Juncos live?
Dark-eyed Juncos inhabit coniferous and mixed forests, suburbs in winter. Migratory
What do Dark-eyed Juncos eat?
The diet of Dark-eyed Juncos consists primarily of seeds, insects. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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