The Dazzling Colors of the Male Painted Bunting: Nature’s Living Masterpiece

The male painted bunting (Passerina ciris) is a small songbird that is found in the central and eastern United States. It is one of the most colorful birds in North America, and its plumage is a sight to behold.

The male painted bunting is about 6 inches long and weighs about 1/2 ounce. It has a long, slender body and a long tail. The male’s plumage is a riot of colors, including blue, green, red, yellow, and black. The female is much duller in color, with brown and gray plumage.

Behavior

The painted bunting is a social bird, and it lives in flocks of up to 20

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