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Birdsong field guide

Guadalupe Junco

Junco insularis

The Guadalupe Junco is an endangered, range-restricted sparrow endemic to a single volcanic island off the coast of Baja California. Once considered a subspecies of the Dark-eyed Junco, it is now recognized as a distinct species characterized by its duller plumage and larger bill.

What it sounds like

A high-pitched, sharp 'tsip' and a musical trill that is slower and more complex than the song of the Dark-eyed Junco.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Field notes

It is found exclusively on Guadalupe Island, Mexico, occupying an extremely small total range of approximately 250 square kilometers.
The species nearly went extinct in the 20th century due to the total destruction of its habitat by introduced feral goats.
It displays distinct morphological adaptations to its island home, including a significantly larger and more robust bill than its mainland relatives.
Following the successful eradication of feral goats in 2005, the population has shown signs of recovery as the endemic cypress forests regenerate.
Unlike the migratory habits of many mainland juncos, the Guadalupe Junco is a sedentary, year-round resident of its island habitat.

Habitat

Relict stands of Guadalupe cypress, Monterey pine, and island oak at high elevations.

Range

Guadalupe Island, Mexico

Similar & commonly confused birds

Baird's JuncoJunco bairdi Dark-eyed JuncoJunco hyemalis Volcano JuncoJunco vulcani Volcano JuncoJunco vulcani Yellow-eyed JuncoJunco phaeonotus

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