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House Finch

Carpodacus mexicanus

Description:

The male is showy with red markings on the head..the female looks like a little brown bird!

Habitat:

urban setting

Notes:

I see other postings of House Finches today...so I thought I would toss mine into the mix....they seem to be abundant here right now...and they sing such a pretty song.

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2 Comments

ceherzog
ceherzog 12 years ago

It could be better...I was walking Mango when I saw it and had to hold her leash with one had and the camera with the other! Such a pretty boy though.

alicelongmartin
alicelongmartin 12 years ago

Great shot Claire!

ceherzog
Spotted by
ceherzog

Sarasota, Florida, USA

Spotted on May 21, 2011
Submitted on May 21, 2011

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