Common Redpoll ~ Carduelis flammea
Length: 13cm (5 1/4")
Weighs 14g (0.5 oz.)
named for their red or orange-red cap or "poll"
Length: 13cm (5 1/4")
Weighs 14g (0.5 oz.)
named for their red or orange-red cap or "poll"
Today the birds were fluffed up against the cold with the temperature hovering around -13C all day. It was mostly cloudy with some swirling snowflakes earlier on. I counted at least a dozen grosbeaks and as many redpolls at the feeders. There were two nuthatches on this day, numerous chickadees and our friendly squirrel.
Redpoll, female, perched in the Serviceberry Bushes.
This one is perched on the ash can lid which also serves as a platform feeder.
