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Passerina ciris
Colorful, medium-sized bunting. The male has a bronze-green back, bright red eyering, rump and underparts. Head and nape are blue. Wings are dark with green shoulder patches. Feeds on seeds, insects and caterpillars. Short, low flight; alternates rapid wing beats with wings pulled to sides.
Grassy wetlands
One of my favorite birds. This one was cooperative. They're rather common here.
Spotted on Jun 4, 2012
Submitted on Jun 6, 2012
24 Comments
Thanks!
delightful shot..flaunts many colors of the rainbow..
Very nice spot! I was obsessed with this bird when I was around seven, and I still am!
Great spot Liam!
Thanks again, y'all! :)
This bird could star a Sherwin-Williams add!
Fascinating! Beutiful colors!!
Beautiful bird and photo.
Thanks everyone! I appreciate it a ton! :)
Pretty bird...and great picture.
Cute....
And precious...
You are so lucky to have seen this. That is a great picture as well. What camera gear did you use?
stunning!
Awesome bird!
Wow! He's beautiful! Great spot Liam :)
Thanks everyone! Much appreciated! :)
Great shots!
lovely spotting Liam!
Nice one Liam
Great spot Liam!
Precioso plumaje!
Wow, you're only about an hour from me but I only see indigo buntings here. I've only seen painted buntings at the coast. Nice photos!
Incredibly beautiful!!!
oh my...what a spectacular bird!