I just had a rather exciting visitor! He took me several minutes to
identify. At first glance (with his back to me, showing wing bars), I
confusedly thought, "Giant goldfinch??" But
then I got to observe the bird for several minutes as it moved around to
different perches, seeming to be undecided
whether to collect nesting material or look for food. I found a good ID
illustration.
Bright golden yellow beneath, black chin, black speckles on head and
shoulders, white wing bars, pointed bill. Gorgeous bird!!
I wish any kind of oriole would nest here. I don't think we have the
preferred types of trees though.
Melanie
Freeville
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