dicklaxt
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Post by dicklaxt on Jun 2, 2015 20:15:49 GMT
I was waiting for a Purple Martin shot and this pair of Finches showed up. He turned around and gave me another shot. I don't have a clue what they were after on the hummingbird feeder. There are two pair nesting close by as I see them often and they are always together. Okay now someone tell me why the images are/were thumbnail size. I went back and got them again and this time they were full size ,now how did that happen?dick   |
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Post by BuckSkin on Jun 3, 2015 0:23:53 GMT
I don't remember seeing that particular type bird with the red head around here. I do see lots of birds that look like the female; I am guessing the second non-colored bird is the female. I am going to have to pay more attention and look for that red head; it appears he may also be red-breasted and red under the wings. Good pictures.  |
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Post by cats4jan on Jun 3, 2015 0:48:52 GMT
What wonderful photos. The red finches I've seen do not have that beautiful red head. WOW
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craftysnapper
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Post by craftysnapper on Jun 3, 2015 8:09:32 GMT
Very nice,I presume the red headed one is the male.
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dicklaxt
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Post by dicklaxt on Jun 3, 2015 10:08:02 GMT
Thanks all, yes the brighter plumage is most always the male and the most attractive. The male of the bird species want's to be noticed to gain quick recognition during the mating season while the female is usually drab in color to camoflage (sp) herself into the surroundings of her nest.
Yes BuckSkin that is the female in he rear. The Finch is about the same size as a sparrow and are easily missed if you don't look close and quick.
dick
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