Spotted Towhee
Spotted Towhee
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The Spotted Towhee is a striking and familiar bird of western North America, recognized by its black (male) or brown (female) upperparts liberally spotted with white, a white belly, and rufous flanks.
Where to spot
Found across western North America, from southern Canada south through the western United States and into Mexico. It inhabits a variety of brushy habitats, including chaparral, forest edges, riparian thickets, and suburban gardens.
How to spot
Look for the distinctive white spots on its black (male) or brown (female) wings and back, contrasting with its rufous flanks. Listen for its loud, ringing 'chewink' call or its trilling song.
When to spot
Resident year-round across much of its range, though some northern populations are migratory. Active throughout the day, often scratching in leaf litter.
Where to spot
Found across western North America, from southern Canada south through the western United States and into Mexico. It inhabits a variety of brushy habitats, including chaparral, forest edges, riparian thickets, and suburban gardens.
How to spot
Look for the distinctive white spots on its black (male) or brown (female) wings and back, contrasting with its rufous flanks. Listen for its loud, ringing 'chewink' call or its trilling song.
When to spot
Resident year-round across much of its range, though some northern populations are migratory. Active throughout the day, often scratching in leaf litter.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Similar to its eastern counterpart, the Spotted Towhee also employs the 'double-scratch' foraging technique, vigorously kicking leaf litter backward to find insects and seeds.
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