American Goldfinch

Identification: In alternate plumage the male's body is a golden yellow, the wings are black with a white wingbar, the black forehead and the pinkish stout bill. You should also note the small general size of the bird and the white undertail coverts.

Breeding male- Nelson County, Virginia

 

Breeding male- Fluvanna County, Virginia on May 26, 2008

 

Female- Fluvanna County, Virginia on May 26, 2008