The Gold of Spring

During Spring the American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis) turns into a beautiful yellow colour. This bird hints at his new colours to come.

This entry was posted on 2017/04/13 by Robin. It was filed under Birds, Goldfinch and was tagged with Aldergrove, American Goldfinch, Backyard, Bird, Finch, Goldfinch, Nature.

rhiebert

This is a great picture, showing the color change. They do look rather dirty at this time of year, but we know, brighter colors are coming.

2017/04/13 at 2:45 am

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- Robin
  
  Ruth, thank you! They are certainly one of my favourites, even in winter colours!
  
  2017/04/13 at 2:59 am
  
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Bob Bushell

Just like our Goldfinch, great shot Robin.

2017/04/13 at 6:48 am

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- Robin
  
  Bob, thank you!
  
  2017/04/13 at 8:04 am
  
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Maggie

One of few birds with such a drastic colour shift… And always at the feeders… Such fun to watch.

2017/04/18 at 1:41 am

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- Robin
  
  Maggie, they are like living sunshine!
  
  2017/04/18 at 1:50 am
  
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