Dark-eyed Junco

Dark-eyed Juncos are Common in year round.

Habitat

During the breeding season, Dark-eyed Juncos use a variety of forested habitat, but prefer moist conifer or mixed forests with dense understory and forest opening, now known to nest in cities and suburbs, towns. During the winter, they can be found in open woodlands and brushy areas including cities, suburbs towns, villages, gardens.

Behavior

Dark-eyed Juncos are flocking birds with a distinct social hierarchy. They forage on the ground in these groups, scratching with their feet to find food. The flash of white tail feathers serve as a signal that alerts members of the flock when one is alarmed.

Male Slate

Female

Male Oregon