Junco hyemalis
Weight: 0.6-1.1 oz (18-30 g) Length: 5.5-6.3 in (14-16 cm) Wingspan: 7.1-9.8 in (18-25 cm) HabitatConifer and mixed woods. DietSeeds and insects. Nearly half of their summer diet consists of insects including beetles, grasshoppers, and spiders. IdentificationJuncos have a wide variety of differences across the country. In general, they are dark grey or brown with a pink bill and white outer tail feathers. BehaviorDark-eyed Juncos can often be found hopping along the ground in search of food. Search along the base of trees and shrubs and you may find them foraging for fallen seeds. ConservationNumbers are widespread and abundant. Further ReadingDark-eyed Junco | Audubon Field Guide |
Last updated: June 11, 2022