5/09/2013

Rose breasted Grosbeak


In the past we've seen fledgling Rose breasted Grosbeaks, but did not spot the adults.  This handsome male appeared at the edge of the wild wild woods and helped himself to seeds and fruit in the feeder tray.  We watched him for two days as he ate all day long.  Maybe he just arrived on migration, hungry from his travels.  Hoping he stays around to nest nearby.

Or maybe this is the grown-up bird we saw last year as a fledgling?
Yes, they do start out golden and change to a rose breast!