MichaelKensinger
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The Pine Siskin is an occasional and sporadic wintering species here in Pennsylvania. Although I've heard small flocks of them passing at a distance through the deep woods where I spend much of my time, an unusual "situation" has fluttered down to my feeders this week.
It's late May, and there is a Pine Siskin not only regularly attending my feeders, but it's a Pine Siskin with almost NO fear of me or my partner what-so-ever. While the bird has nothing to fear from us, I worry it's strange "trusting" behavior may have something to do with why this bird is still lagging behind in migration.
I've never seen or heard of Siskins in my area this late in the spring. It's practically summer, and many birds are rearing their first fledglings here.
I almost wondered if perhaps they were "late migrants", that breed later in the year like their American Goldfinch kin.
Still. If you look at central PA in the range map, this bird is a bit out of place. Very, very much enjoying it's company however. It is welcome at our feeders anytime.
Here are some close-ups.
It's late May, and there is a Pine Siskin not only regularly attending my feeders, but it's a Pine Siskin with almost NO fear of me or my partner what-so-ever. While the bird has nothing to fear from us, I worry it's strange "trusting" behavior may have something to do with why this bird is still lagging behind in migration.
I've never seen or heard of Siskins in my area this late in the spring. It's practically summer, and many birds are rearing their first fledglings here.
I almost wondered if perhaps they were "late migrants", that breed later in the year like their American Goldfinch kin.
Still. If you look at central PA in the range map, this bird is a bit out of place. Very, very much enjoying it's company however. It is welcome at our feeders anytime.
Here are some close-ups.
