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American Goldfinch

Spinus tristis

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41.9584, -70.6673

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Description:

both sexes are yellow, although the male is distinguished by his striking black mask and bright gold. both have black wings with white stripes and orange beaks. the first pic is a male, the second a female

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Sintija Valucka
Great spotting! :) (very beautiful bird, they don't live in my country) and great feeder!

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Wildlife of Northeastern USA
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Backyard birds of Northeastern USA
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PublishedMay 2, 2013

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