January 5th

 

January 5th

          Today was a windy nasty day but we made a quick trip to Oak Openings Window on Wildlife (feeders) and were fortunate to see a pair of Purple Finches.  They are similar to House Finches but are more uncommon.  (1 new species, 64 total)

                                           Purple Finch (male)
                                           Purple Finch (female)

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