American Goldfinch

 

The American Goldfinch is back, baby! Spot them by their striking yellow and black plumage and listen for their flight call that sounds like 'Po-ta-to-chip!' Reliant on seeds from late-blooming plants like thistle, aster, and sunflower to feed young, this species breeds in late summer. The female spends about six weeks building a nest from roots, plant fibers, and spider silk, where she will lay 2-7 eggs.

Photo Credit: Patrick Carney