American Goldfinch (Carduelis tristis)

One of the latest songbirds to begin nesting during the breeding season, American Goldfinches are found throughout NC, where they can be locally abundant or scarce, depending on season and location.

Spring is in the air when the goldfinches start changing colors!

Durham Co., NC
19 March 2006
American Goldfinch (Carduelis tristis) Winter plumage goldfinches are rather dull compared to summer birds.

Durham Co., NC
22 Jan 2006
American Goldfinch (Carduelis tristis)

Durham Co., NC
22 Jan 2006
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House Finch (Carpodacus mexicanus)
Durham Co., NC
26 Dec 2010

Good comparison of eastern finches. Upper left is an American Goldfinch. Upper right is a female House Finch. Lower birds are all Pine Siskins.

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Created on ... February 7, 2006 | Updated on ... March 25, 2006 | jspippen@duke.edu