I never saw these juncos all winter. But they have been here for two weeks now in a large flock. Peterson's Eastern Birds Field Guide groups these Northern Juncos (also called slate-colored juncos) with snowbirds. Their range is the "cool forests of Alaska, Canada; south in eastern mountains to northern Georgia." That is a large range so I am not sure why they are called snowbirds. When clicked, these photos will open, full size, in a new window.
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Two fantastic shots! I'm amazed you could find them amongst the branches.
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The are great shots. I remember the juncos from when we lived up north. The bird we have that is very like it is a phoebe. They are not very popular with car owners because they like to sit on the side view mirror and peck at their reflection in the glass, at the same time as making quite a mess.
ReplyDeleteIf it's Wednesday already I am up past my bedtime--BB is waiting for me! AK
ReplyDeleteGreat Junco shot, juncos are so cool. Super!
Thanks for reminding me about ABC Wednesdays and Wordless Wednesday etc. May not be able to participate tomorrow through, another busy day!
Gail loves your critter pix and nature stuff. (ME TOO!)
Beautiful birds and great shots.
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MB
I have Never heard of this bird so thanks for the education. Nice shot so I can see the bird up close.
ReplyDeleteFantastic photos that surely only a quick eye could catch amongst the branches.
ReplyDeletevery beautiful images, excellent catch.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures. We see them in the winter, but when I think about it we didn't see them this year.
ReplyDeleteYour amazing photos are always a delight.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots of Juncos, Andre. And a fabulous N.
ReplyDeleteNice bird photos ideal for N shots.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photo of this bird.
ReplyDeleteGreat shot, beautiful shades of blue..
ReplyDeleteMiss Yves
Beautiful bird photos.
ReplyDeleteJuncos are such common birds all around us, it's nice to see one get a little prime time -:) Great photos today!
ReplyDeleteI believe your Juncos where here in Ohio this winter. I never saw so many of them. Both Slate and Dark-eyed.
ReplyDeleteI like you shot.
Beautiful - just beautiful!
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Amazing photos and a great N post.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo! I'm impressed he sat so still for you.
ReplyDeleteYou did a good job of capturing these Juncos in their natural enviroment -- that makes them stand out in my mind.
ReplyDeleteHow lucky you are to see such a beautiful bird! maybe they are called snow bird because of their beautiful white breast which makes them really stand out as a beauty!
ReplyDeleteThis is a bird I have only come across by blogging... Always a pleasure to view them.
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