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Purple Finch
jmorlan

Purple Finch (Haemorhous purpureus californicus)

Although in female plumage, this bird was singing a male type song. Male Purple Finches take two years before acquiring their "dipped in raspberry juice" appearance so singing "females" such as this are likely immature males.
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Location
Pacifica, San Mateo County, California, USA.
Date taken
02 May 2020
Scientific name
Haemorhous purpureus californicus
Equipment used
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS
wonderview
Super capture and interesting info. I've often wondered about this since I have seen many "females" singing. Many tfs!
 
Kits
A wonderful close up of this singer, Joseph.
 
delia todd
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That's a grand picture you've taken of this finch Joe.

Excellent stuff here laddie - very well done.
 

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