About This Stamp
The Eastern Bluebird issuance celebrates the medium-sized thrush found in open woodlands, farmlands, and orchards. The eastern bluebird is approximately 6-8 inches long with a wingspan of 10-13 inches and weighs 1-1.1 ounces. Adults have a white belly. Adult males are bright blue on top and have a red throat and breast. Adult females have duller blue wings and tail, a brownish throat and breast, and a grey crown and back. Eastern bluebirds are found in the eastern United States.
The bluebird is the state bird of Missouri (1927) and New York (1970).
First Day of Issue Ceremony
First Day of Issue Date: June 22, 1991
First Day of Issue Location: TBA