These adult birds are easy to identify with their white belly, two white outer tail feathers and pink bill. The male is more gray than the female who has a brown tint to her feathers.
The brown coloring suggests that this may be a female or a more mature juvenile. It is difficult to see the markings under the beak to make the final determination.

This little bird on the other hand is clearly a juvenile. Many people mistake the juvenile for a completely different bird because it has so many colors running through its feathers. The mottled colors on the upper breast are surely those of a juvenile.
Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall this bird is everywhere. However, it should not be taken for granted because it is very entertaining to watch and where there are juncos there are often other small species that join their group.
Thank you for the info. We have them visiting in the winter mostly.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I had some in my garden today, eating Blackeyed Suzy seeds. I'm so glad I didn't cut them back in the fall.
ReplyDeleteI’ve never heard of this bird . I’m in Indiana. This is the first time I’ve seen one in Indiana.
ReplyDeleteSame! I have them all over in the NWI area and have never seen them before around here. Very cute tho.
DeleteI have enjoyed watching these sweet birds ! Thank you for the information!
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