Mountain Bluebird?

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Mountain Bluebird?

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I'm guessing this is a mountain bluebird but I've never seen one with a breast like this so just making sure it's not something different. Avon, CO. Thanks!
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Re: Mountain Bluebird?

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The spotted breast is common for many juveniles, including bluebirds. I'm not confident in identifying the species beyond juvenile Bluebird, so wait for more input.
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Re: Mountain Bluebird?

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I hat to say this but from this photo I don't know of it's Mountain or Western. Maybe someone with more hands on experience can say
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Re: Mountain Bluebird?

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It appears to have spots on its back, which is a trait of the Western Bluebird.
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