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House Finches are common visitors to backyard bird feeders. They love black oil sunflower and nyjer seeds.
Description:
Gray-brown overall with indistinct brown streaks.Â
Males have reddish color on head, throat and rump.Â
Small cone shaped bill.
Food:
Seeds and fruits. forages on the ground.Â
Habitat:
Prefers human created habitats including buildings, parks, yards.
Preferred Nest:
Nests in trees.
Backyard Birdhouse:
Yes, Link for House Finch Nest Box
More Facts:
Some males will have yellow or orange color instead of the typical red color.Â
House Finches were brought from the Southwest to Long Island as caged birds. In 1940, a small population was released into the wild. They have since spread throughout the Eastern and Midwestern United States.
Link for more information: House Finch