Snow Bunting

Plectrophenax nivalis

The Snow Bunting is a small passerine bird found in the Arctic and subarctic regions. During the breeding season, the male Snow Bunting displays a striking black and white plumage, while the female has a more subdued brown and white coloring. These birds are known for their distinctive high-pitched calls and are often seen foraging for seeds and insects on the tundra. They are highly adapted to cold environments and have been observed in large flocks during the winter months. Snow Buntings are known for their remarkable long-distance migrations, traveling from their breeding grounds to wintering areas in more temperate regions.

Habitat: Arctic and subarctic regions, tundra