Photo by BarrytheBirder
Snow Buntings ~ a.k.a. 'Snowflakes'
I haven't seen any yet but I'm hoping they show up soon. I've said in the past they are one of my favourite winter birds. They have been described as "perching birds that wear snowshoes" They stay on the ground most of the winter and have a large rear toe (hallux) which along with their other toes keeps them from sinking into the snow. It's an adaptation to harsh environments. They're continually searching for seeds through the winter. A flock of these pretty, mostly white birds is called "A drift of Snow Buntings". I hope to have new photos soon.
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BarrytheBirder
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