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Sialia sialis
This species measures 16–21 cm (6.3–8.3 in) long, span 25–32 cm (9.8–13 in) across the wings and weigh 27–34 g (0.95–1.2 oz).[2][3] Adult males are bright blue on top and have a reddish brown throat and breast. Adult females have lighter blue wings and tail, a brownish throat and breast and a grey crown and back. Eastern Bluebirds are found east of the Rockies, southern Canada to the Gulf States and southeastern Arizona to Nicaragua.
Found in open woodlands, farmlands and orchards, and most recently can be spotted in suburban areas.
We are lucky to have many bluebirds around our house.
Spotted on Jul 3, 2012
Submitted on Jul 4, 2012
6 Comments
How lovely!
Very pretty! :)
Thanks all. Just put up another nesting box today - can't have too many of these beauties around :)
very nice series.. good info to.. ! great!
Yes, you are lucky!
lovely series!