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Yes! Because of their colorful plumage, male Painted Buntings are often the target of the caged bird market. Although illegal in the United States, there is still a legal market for caged wild birds in Mexico and other countries. Please report any caged Painted Buntings in the United States to your local wildlife authorities!
