The Official New York State Bird

Eastern Bluebird

The Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis) is a small thrush found throughout much of North America. The Eastern Bluebird is a medium-sized songbird, with a length of 16–21 cm (6.3–8.3 in). It is mostly blue on top, with a reddish-brown throat and breast, and a white belly and lower breast. Its wings are blue with white spots and its tail is short and square.

The Eastern Bluebird has been the official state bird of New York since 1970. The bird has long been a symbol of hope for New Yorkers, representing the beauty of the natural world and the resilience of the state. The population of Eastern Bluebirds has declined in recent years due to habitat loss, but the bird is still a beloved symbol of New York. New York has several programs to help protect and preserve the Eastern Bluebird, including the New York State Bluebird Recovery Program, which works to restore, enhance, and maintain Eastern Bluebird populations in New York.

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