Indigo Bunting
Indigo Bunting
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The Indigo Bunting is a small, vibrant migratory bird, with breeding males appearing entirely brilliant indigo-blue. This blue is structural, scattering light to create its dazzling hue.
Where to spot
Breeds across eastern North America in brushy fields, forest edges, and clearings. Winters from southern Mexico south through Central America to northern South America and the Caribbean.
How to spot
Look in brushy areas, open woodlands, and along roadsides. Males often sing from exposed perches. Listen for their distinctive, high-pitched, cheerful song, often described as "sweet-sweet-chew-chew."
When to spot
Best seen during spring and fall migration (May, September-October) in various open habitats. During breeding season (June-July), they are conspicuous singers in their territories. Winter residents are present from October to April in their southern range.
Where to spot
Breeds across eastern North America in brushy fields, forest edges, and clearings. Winters from southern Mexico south through Central America to northern South America and the Caribbean.
How to spot
Look in brushy areas, open woodlands, and along roadsides. Males often sing from exposed perches. Listen for their distinctive, high-pitched, cheerful song, often described as "sweet-sweet-chew-chew."
When to spot
Best seen during spring and fall migration (May, September-October) in various open habitats. During breeding season (June-July), they are conspicuous singers in their territories. Winter residents are present from October to April in their southern range.
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The Indigo Bunting's blue color is not due to pigment but to the microscopic structure of its feathers, which reflect blue light while absorbing other colors. This means their color changes with light conditions.
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