Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis)
The Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis) is a vibrant, small migratory bird known for its striking blue plumage and rusty red breast. Often found in open woodlands, farmlands, and orchards, this species is a symbol of happiness and is commonly seen in the more remote areas of Quebec.
| 🇫🇷 | Merlebleu de l'Est |
| 🇩🇪 | Rotkehl-Hüttensänger |
| 🇲🇽 | Azulejo gorjicanelo |
Taxonomy
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Turdidae |
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ID and Whereabouts
The Eastern Bluebird is distinguished by its vivid blue back and head, particularly prominent in males during the breeding season, complemented by a rusty red breast. These features are key to identifying this bird.
Despite being a common species, my sole encounter with the Eastern Bluebird occurred in a secluded area in Chambly, Quebec.
| Location | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Michel-Chartrand | x | - | - | - |
"x" indicates the species was observed, while "-" indicates no observation. Lack of observation doesn't necessarily imply that the species is absent. Data is derived from our park visit journals.
Characteristics
| Length | 16-21cm |
| Weight | 27-34g |
| Wingspan | 25-32cm |
| Clutch Size | 2-7 eggs |
| Incubation | 11-19 days |
| Fledging | 17-21 days |
| Sexual Maturity | 1 year |
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📖 For more information about this species: Wikipedia Page