Tanager 101 Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 I have been wondering what finch this is. This was seen in the same spot as the Cassin's Finches about at the same time. Location is Rocky Mountains N.P Colorado. about August 10th. This bird from what I could tell could not fly. It only hopped on the ground . I was able tog et very close to it. Possible a bird the recently left the nest? To me it kind of looks like a Cassin's Finch, but the streaking doesn't seem to be dark and bold enough. I've seen many house finches but this doesn't look like one. Thank you! I can provide more details if nessisary. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meghann Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 I have no experience with Cassin's, so can't call between Cassin's and House, but yes, this was a fledgling. You can still see the yellow gape, especially in the last photo. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aidan B Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 It's a Cassin's for sure. Pointy bill, eyering, kind of a supercilium. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birding Boy Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 Agreed. Nice photos too! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seanbirds Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 Just now, Aidan B said: It's a Cassin's for sure. Pointy bill, eyering, kind of a supercilium. I agree. Straight culmen, Purple-finchy-looking face, if you know what I mean. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanager 101 Posted January 21 Author Share Posted January 21 Thank you! I thought it looked like a Cassin's with the patterns and everything, just needed confirmation. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLecy Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 Cassin’s and House Finches look very different once you have taken the time to get to know them. Cassin’s is the more expected Haemorhous finch at RMNP, but I do believe both breed there. As other have pointed out, bill shape, and eye ring are a good place to start. HOFI also appear proportionally longer-tailed than either CAFI or PUFI. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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