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The Eastern Goldfinch is a strict vegetarian, eating almost exclusively grain and seeds. They use their feet extensively while feeding, hanging from stems in order to access food. The Eastern Goldfinch was made the state bird of Iowa in 1933
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Northern Mockingbird’s are predominantly preyed upon by other birds, including hawks, owls, and kites. However, their tenacious behavior makes them less likely to be captured than other songbirds. The Northern Mockingbird was made the state bird of Texas in 1927
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The Northern Mockingbird is known for its intelligence. A 2009 study showed that they are capable of recognizing individual humans, particularly those that had previously been seen as a threat. The Northern Mockingbird was made the state bird of Arkansas in 1929
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The Eastern Bluebird’s diet consists mainly of insects. The availability of food during winter determines whether an individual will migrate. If they stay, they will seek cover in groups. The Eastern Bluebird was made the state bird of Missouri in 1927
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The Brown Pelican has a long history as a symbol of conservation. In 1903, Pres. Teddy Roosevelt set aside Florida’s Pelican Island to be the first National Wildlife Refuge to protect them from hunters. The Brown Pelican was made the state bird of Louisiana in 1966
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Northern Cardinal may stick together year-round but they are not necessarily monogamous. A DNA test of two populations revealed that 9-35% of nestlings were not fathered by the female’s mate. The Northern Cardinal was made the state bird of Ohio in 1933
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The Northern Mockingbird is the only mockingbird commonly found in North America. Though typically non-migratory, northern birds may fly south to avoid harsh weather. The Northern Mockingbird was made the state bird of Tennessee in 1933
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Pidgey is a common sight in forests and woods. If threatened, they will kick up sand and dirt to create cover in order to escape. Pidgey was made the Regional Bird of Kanto in 1996
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