David66 Posted July 31, 2018 Share Posted July 31, 2018 The birds description is all my wife and I have . The bird was the size and shape of a small sparrow . . It had a Red breast that appeared orange red . The wings and head had a greenish glow (very dark) . It had a lighter green glow (iridescence) that was like an area on its back between the wings below head when the sun hit it He had a mate with him .She was very plane . We live in N.E. Texas in a small town surrounded on one side by a pasture . He was eating seeds off a weed . The time was 14.30 on July 30 2018. The weather was overcast with a small cold front coming in. We can not find it in any books we have . Also tried internet with no luck . This is my first post so thanks in advance .Dave and Virginia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snapshotbirder Posted July 31, 2018 Share Posted July 31, 2018 (edited) Almost sounds like a Painted Bunting, except they're blue above. Might check out photos just to be sure? Welcome to the site, by the way! EDIT: Male Painted Buntings have a blue head but green back, females are plain pale green all over. I'd say that's a pretty good bet! Edited July 31, 2018 by Snapshotbirder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David66 Posted July 31, 2018 Author Share Posted July 31, 2018 Spotted many Painted buntings here in E Texas . I think this one had a head that was very dark nearly black.. His wings were also darker than I have ever seen on buntings . I think you are right . He looked more brilliant compared to others I have seen. Thanks for your quick response . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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