A medium-sized passerine bird native to North America, characterized by distinctive white throat markings and notable migratory behavior.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coniferous and mixed forest edges, woodland clearings, shrublands across northeastern and north-central United States and Canada during breeding season; migrates to southeastern United States during winter
Ecological Role
Key seed disperser, insect population controller, and critical component of forest ecosystem food webs; serves as important prey for mid-sized predators
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Dense feather layer with two primary color morphs: white-striped and tan-striped individuals
- LIMBS WINGS Relatively short, strong legs adapted for ground foraging; rounded wings suitable for short-distance migration
- HEAD SENSORY Distinctive white and tan morphological color variants, prominent striped head pattern, sharp conical beak for seed and insect foraging
- BODY STRUCTURE Small songbird, approximately 16-18 cm in length, weighing 20-30 grams
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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