DARK-EYED JUNCO
This Dark-eyed Junco is a year-round SoCal resident that is not seen frequently. Thats because the Junco likes to stay out of sight in or near the bushes and beneath trees where they can scratch around for things to eat. They generally won’t land on your feeder, but will gladly hang out underneath it.
Their plumage can vary by region but our western variation has a dark brown hood, light brown back, tan sides and a white belly. All juncos, regardless of region, have pale colored bills that are perfectly shaped for eating seeds.