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House Finch

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The House Finch is a common and adaptable finch, known for the male's rosy-red plumage on the head and breast. Females are streaky brown with no red.

Where to spot

Widespread across North America and Mexico. It thrives in urban and suburban areas, agricultural lands, and open woodlands. Often found at bird feeders.

How to spot

Easily observed at backyard bird feeders, in parks, or urban gardens. Listen for their cheerful, warbling song, which often ends with a harsh 'zheee'.

When to spot

Visible year-round throughout its extensive range. Very active and vocal during the breeding season (spring/summer).

Where to spot

Widespread across North America and Mexico. It thrives in urban and suburban areas, agricultural lands, and open woodlands. Often found at bird feeders.

How to spot

Easily observed at backyard bird feeders, in parks, or urban gardens. Listen for their cheerful, warbling song, which often ends with a harsh 'zheee'.

When to spot

Visible year-round throughout its extensive range. Very active and vocal during the breeding season (spring/summer).

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Originally found only in the western United States and Mexico, the House Finch was introduced to eastern North America in the 1940s and has since spread rapidly.

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