The Evening Grosbeaks, (Coccothraustes vespertinus) are large finches found in coniferous and mixed forest across Canada and the western mountainous areas of the United States and Mexico.
Description:
Length (including the short tail): 7.75 – 8.5 inches (19 – 21 cm)
Adult male:
- Bright yellow forehead and body
- Brown head
- Large white patch in the wing.
Adult female:
- Olive-brown plumage, greyer below
- White patches in the wings.
Both genders have …
- Short, black tails
- Black wings
- Large pale bill
Diet / Feeding:
These grosbeaks mostly feed on seeds, berries and insects.
They will also readily take advantage of bird feeders.
Breeding
Chicks are raised in cup-shaped nests constructed out of twigs and other plant material. Their nests are typically placed on horizontal branches or in forks of trees.
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