Painted Bunting
Passerina ciris
 (L 5.5" WS 8.75" WT 0.42 oz)
Often considered the most beau-
tiful bird in No. America ...very
territorial and agressive.
Don Jone, XC16631
Think of all the beauty still
left around you and be happy.
(Anne Frank)
Pinckney Island NWR
So. Carol.
27Apr2011
Santee NWR
Bluff Unit
30Apr2011
Santee NWR
Cuddo Unit
01May2011
IUCN WATCH LIST
STATUS IS NEAR
THREATENED
Populations declining due to
habitat loss to development.