Not all blue birds are bluebirds: Learn the difference between our blue-hued birds
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Not all blue birds are bluebirds. In our area, we see eastern bluebirds, blue jays and even indigo buntings sporting blue feathers. Learn the differences between these blue-hued birds.
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