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green-tailed towhee

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Also known as: Chlorura chlorurusa
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The green-tailed towhee (Chlorura chlorura) is a bird found in the Rocky Mountain region. It is characterized by its greenish upperparts, a chestnut crown, and ashy underparts. This species belongs to the genus Pipilo, which is part of the Emberizidae family within the order Passeriformes.12

Towhees are known for being long-tailed birds that inhabit thickets. They are often heard rustling through the undergrowth as they search for food on the ground. The green-tailed towhee, specifically, is described as gray, white, and greenish, with a red-brown cap.2

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