Mar 14, 2018 · Small finch with a short, conical bill and notched tail. Adult males are yellow below with a glossy black cap and white patches in the wings. Back color varies from dull green to …

The lesser goldfinch (Spinus psaltria) is a small finch in the genus Spinus native to the Americas. As is the case for most species in the genus Spinus, lesser goldfinch males have a black …

Small flocks of Lesser Goldfinches are often found feeding in weedy fields or in streamside trees. Two color patterns occur in the United States, and males in some areas may be either green …

Aug 23, 2024 · The lesser goldfinch weighs about one-third of an ounce and is about 4 inches long. Lesser goldfinches are known for olive green undertones. Males have yellow bellies and …

Females similar to American Goldfinch; note bill shape and color, usually more yellowish undertail coverts, less distinct wingbars, and more obvious white patch at base of primaries.

Dec 19, 2025 · Petite yet boisterous, the Lesser Goldfinch is a very charming songbird. As with other members of the genus Spinus, it is a social species, forming single and mixed-species …

The lesser goldfinch forages on the ground in open, brushy habitat like pastures and yards. Feed in small flocks for seeds, flowers, fruits, and sometimes plant lice.

The lesser goldfinch can fly at impressive speeds over short distances. The oldest known wild lesser goldfinch was 7 years old when recaptured during a banding operation. The American …

Look for Lesser Goldfinches among large flocks of birds at feeder stations, and near the tops of taller trees in scrubby habitats. The all-black cap on the Lesser is a good clue to distinguishing …

May 8, 2025 · Habitat & Distribution: The Lesser Goldfinch can extensively be found in the western hemisphere, thriving in many areas of North America, Central America, and South …