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Evening Grosbeaks
Pictured is one male and 2 females.
It was exciting to see this flock of about 20 move in a couple days ago. They are increasingly scarce, and a species in decline.
More Info:
A heavyset finch of northern coniferous forests, the Evening Grosbeak adds a splash of color to winter bird feeders every few years, when large flocks depart their northern breeding grounds en masse to seek food to the south. The yellow-bodied, dusky-headed male has an imposing air thanks to his massive bill and fierce eyebrow stripe. The female is more subtly marked, with golden highlights on her soft gray plumage. This declining species is becoming uncommon, particularly in the eastern United States.
from allaboutbirds.org
Evening Grosbeaks
Pictured is one male and 2 females.
It was exciting to see this flock of about 20 move in a couple days ago. They are increasingly scarce, and a species in decline.
More Info:
A heavyset finch of northern coniferous forests, the Evening Grosbeak adds a splash of color to winter bird feeders every few years, when large flocks depart their northern breeding grounds en masse to seek food to the south. The yellow-bodied, dusky-headed male has an imposing air thanks to his massive bill and fierce eyebrow stripe. The female is more subtly marked, with golden highlights on her soft gray plumage. This declining species is becoming uncommon, particularly in the eastern United States.
from allaboutbirds.org