American Goldfinch

Males in breeding season have bright yellow bodies, black caps, and black wings with white wing bars. Females and winter males are duller, with brownish-yellow plumage.

Plays a role in seed dispersal, particularly of thistle plants.

Least Concern

Look for them in fields, gardens, and feeders. They readily visit thistle feeders. Listen for their undulating flight call, which sounds like 'po-ta-to-chip'.