Grosbeaks, Bluebirds, Orioles, and more — the less-often-seen birds of the eastern US whose colors rival any tropical species. Click any image to view full size.
Click a thumbnail · Navigate with arrow keys · Press Esc to closeA pair of Blue Grosbeaks — the brightly colored male on the right — and a striking Rose-Breasted Grosbeak.
In the meadow, on a tree, and in Florida — the brilliant yellow chest and black V of the Eastern Meadowlark.
Eastern Bluebirds — blue heads and backs, orange chest — plus a Western Bluebird pair. Also a Quicktime movie of bluebirds flirting.
Two of the most acrobatic backyard visitors — the crested Titmouse and the upside-down-walking Nuthatch.
The boldly patterned Eastern Towhee and the rufous Brown Thrasher — both easily overlooked despite their size and color.
Young male and adult male Baltimore Orioles in their full flame-orange plumage, plus a female Orchard Oriole.
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Five Red-Winged Blackbirds — note that the female on the right is neither red-winged nor black.