The Guadalupe Junco is a distinctive island endemic, characterized by its slate-gray plumage and contrasting white outer tail feathers. It is a rare species confined to a single island.
Where to spot
Endemic to Guadalupe Island off the coast of Baja California, Mexico. It inhabits the relictual pine and cypress forests, as well as degraded scrublands and canyons on the island.
How to spot
Specific expeditions to Guadalupe Island are required. Look for its overall dark gray appearance with a lighter belly and the distinctive white outer tail feathers, which are conspicuous in flight. Listen for its trilling song or sharp chip calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round on Guadalupe Island. Active during daylight hours, often seen foraging on the ground or in low vegetation.
Where to spot
Endemic to Guadalupe Island off the coast of Baja California, Mexico. It inhabits the relictual pine and cypress forests, as well as degraded scrublands and canyons on the island.
How to spot
Specific expeditions to Guadalupe Island are required. Look for its overall dark gray appearance with a lighter belly and the distinctive white outer tail feathers, which are conspicuous in flight. Listen for its trilling song or sharp chip calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round on Guadalupe Island. Active during daylight hours, often seen foraging on the ground or in low vegetation.
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Wikimedia Commons
This junco faces significant conservation challenges due to its limited range and historical habitat degradation from introduced species, highlighting the vulnerability of island endemics.
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