The Eastern Bluebird is a familiar and welcomed tenant of birdhouses in suburban yards, parks, and golf courses. The popularity of "bluebird trails" and the erection of nest boxes across the country have led to increased bluebird populations in many areas.
Description:
Medium-sized songbird; small thrush.
Head large and round.
Wings and tail blue.
Chest reddish-orange.
Size: 16-21 cm (6-8 in)
Wingspan: 25-32 cm (10-13 in)
Weight: 28-32 g (0.99-1.13 ounces
Sex Differences:
Male dark blue with bright reddish chest. Female drab gray-blue with duller reddish chest.
SoundSong a rich warbling whistle broken into short phrases: "Tu-wheet-tudu." Also a dry chatter
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