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American Goldfinch

Carduelis tristis

Photo by mhufnagl
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Field Notes

Description:

Finch-like. Whitish overall, pale blaze of yellow extending from base of mandible through auriculars, to nape. Blackish tertials, and primaries all tipped with white edges.

Notes:

Spotted by friend at backyard feeder. Thank you Liam for pointing out that this individual is an examble of Leucism.

Species ID Suggestions

American Goldfinch

Carduelis tristis

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Liam
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Comments (1)
Liam
A leucistic male American Golfinch. Leucism is similar to albinism, but it's a decrease of pigment in the bird's feathers, as opposed to the total lack of pigment in the bird itself.

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Birds of the World
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Rare Color Morphs
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PublishedFebruary 29, 2012

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