Snow buntings take flight Dec 27, 2021

Snow buntings take flight

These snowflakes have feathers! The birds you see in this wintry image are snow buntings, sometimes referred to as "snowflakes" because of the distinct white in their wings. These medium-sized Arctic specialists love the cold and travel farther north than other passerine birds. Only ravens can be found north of snow buntings.

© Marie Read/Minden Pictures

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