Missouri
Common Name: Eastern Bluebird
Scientific Name: Sialia sialis
Year Adopted as State Bird: 1927
Range in State: Statewide in agricultural areas, parks and gardens, summers only in the northern part of the state
Shared With Other States: New York
Chosen as the state bird because of its widespread populations throughout the state and its association with happiness, the eastern bluebird is indeed happy in Missouri where its populations thrive.
Backyard birders can attract bluebirds with mealworms and other treats, and these birds have learned to make good use of bird houses. When they become regular backyard guests, eastern bluebirds do indeed spread happiness among backyard birders.
Photo – Eastern Bluebird © Bill Majoros
Scientific Name: Sialia sialis
Year Adopted as State Bird: 1927
Range in State: Statewide in agricultural areas, parks and gardens, summers only in the northern part of the state
Shared With Other States: New York
Chosen as the state bird because of its widespread populations throughout the state and its association with happiness, the eastern bluebird is indeed happy in Missouri where its populations thrive.
Backyard birders can attract bluebirds with mealworms and other treats, and these birds have learned to make good use of bird houses. When they become regular backyard guests, eastern bluebirds do indeed spread happiness among backyard birders.
Photo – Eastern Bluebird © Bill Majoros
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