Dark-eyed juncos
A species of Juncos, Also known as Northern slate-colored junco Scientific name : Junco hyemalis hyemalis Genus : Juncos
Dark-eyed juncos, A species of Juncos
Also known as:
Northern slate-colored junco
Botanical name: Junco hyemalis hyemalis
Genus: Juncos
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Description
Dark-eyed juncoss are medium-sized sparrows that can be seen in forests, open fields, and towns. They typically dine on the usual: insects, seeds, and the occasional peanut. But they are also known to eat their own droppings! Ewwww! That said, to perhaps prevent this unsavory act, you may want to put out some more palatable snacks for them; this species is one of the most popular and frequent visitors to home bird feeders within their range.
Size
13 - 17 cm
Colors
Brown
Black
Silver
White
Life Expectancy
3-11.1 years
Feeding Habits
omnivore, insects, terrestrial non-insect arthropods, seeds, grains, nuts
Habitat
coniferous, deciduous forests, forest edges, woodland clearings, stream borders, open woodlands, brushy cover bordering mountain meadows, old barns
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
New world sparrows Genus
Juncos Species
Dark-eyed juncos 
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