Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

Least Concern

The Dark-eyed Junco is a small sparrow often called the "snowbird" because it appears at feeders in flocks during winter. Its plumage varies widely across North America, but it usually flashes white outer tail feathers in flight.

Males and females of this species look different. The card art shows the male.

Dark-eyed Junco trading card from Birdey

Quick facts

Conservation status
Least Concern
Habitat
Forest
Region
North America
Scientific name
Junco hyemalis
Card variants in the game
2

Real rarity, real conservation

This species is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Its population is widespread and currently not considered threatened.

Rarity in Birdey follows the IUCN Red List, the real-world conservation status of each species. The more threatened a bird is in the wild, the rarer its card is in the game.

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