Dark-eyed Junco ( Junco hyemalis)

 

                                                                     Photos by BarrytheBirder

Until recently the numerous geographical forms of this bird were considered separate species, but since they interbreed wherever their ranges meet, they are now considered one species.   The eastern form, formerly called the "Slate-coloured Junco", is the only one usually encountered  in eastern Canada and the eastern U.S.   Juncos are among the commonest of Northern American winter birds, often visiting winter feeders. 

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