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Mountain Bluebird

Sialia currucoides

The Mountain Bluebird is a beautiful bird with bright blue feathers. They love to sing and can often be seen flying high in the sky, especially in open areas.

Habitat: Mountain regions

Appearance

The Mountain Bluebird is known for its stunning sky-blue plumage, particularly bright on males. Females are a duller grey-blue, with more blue on their wings and tail. They lack the rusty-orange breast seen on other bluebird species, making them uniquely vibrant.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyTurdidaeGenusSialia
Mountain Bluebird
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Mountain Bluebird

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Mountain Bluebirds are the official state bird of Idaho and Nevada. Wow!

Sometimes they dart out from perches to catch flying insects right in the air.

Their dazzling blue color comes from how light hits their feathers, not blue pigment!

They often gather in large flocks during winter, sometimes hundreds strong.

Special abilities

Ability

Hover Hunt

Mountain Bluebird can hover in mid-air because of their strong wings, which helps them spot insects on the ground.

Ability

Cavity Keeper

Mountain Bluebird has a knack for finding old tree hollows or nest boxes that helps them keep their eggs and chicks safe.

Ability

Feather Shield

Mountain Bluebird has special dense feathers that helps them stay warm and survive cold mountain temperatures.

Measurements & details

Length
15-18 cm
Wingspan
28-35 cm
Weight
0.028-0.035 kg
Lifespan
6-10 years
Top Speed
48 km/h
Clutch Size
4-7
Incubation
13-14 days
Migration Distance
1500 km

Diet & Feeding

These adaptable birds enjoy a mix of insects in summer and tasty berries when it gets cold.

Age differences: Young chicks are fed only insects by their parents, but adults eat both insects and fruits seasonally.

Primary Foods

  • Grasshoppers
  • Beetles
  • Caterpillars
  • Spiders
  • Juniper berries
  • Elderberries

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't try to catch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Mountain Bluebird?

15-18 cm

What is Mountain Bluebird's wingspan?

28-35 cm

How much does Mountain Bluebird weigh?

0.028-0.035 kg

How long does Mountain Bluebird live?

6-10 years

How fast can Mountain Bluebird move?

48 km/h

What does Mountain Bluebird eat?

These adaptable birds enjoy a mix of insects in summer and tasty berries when it gets cold.

Where is Mountain Bluebird usually found?

Mountain regions

How does Mountain Bluebird hunt?

Foraging

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