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Spinus tristis
This is the only finch in its subfamily that undergoes a complete molt. The male is a vibrant yellow in the summer and an olive color during the winter months, while the female is a dull yellow-brown shade which brightens only slightly during the summer. The male displays brightly colored plumage during the breeding season to attract a mate.
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Spotted on Mar 22, 2013
Submitted on Mar 31, 2013
5 Comments
Thanks for your nice comments, Glen, Kerry, Yuko and Ajwerko!
Nice series and wonderful information! Thanks!
Brilliant series!
What a striking little bird Maria. Lovely photos.
Very nice series!