Dark-eyed Junco
Dark-eyed Junco (<em>Junco hyemalis</em>) is a species of New World Sparrows (<em>Passerellidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis) is a species of New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A gray 'snowbird' with white outer tail feathers that flash in flight; winters in flocks at feeders; a sign of coming winter; nests on the ground in forests.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Junco; binomial: Junco hyemalis; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 14-17cm. Average lifespan: 3-7 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Nearctic and Middle America. Non-breeding range: s USA to Mexico.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
