Purple Finch (Haemorhous purpureus)
The Purple Finch (Haemorhous purpureus) is a strikingly vibrant bird known for its raspberry-red plumage in males and distinctive brown and white markings in females. This migratory species thrives in coniferous and mixed forests but faces challenges from competition with house finches and sparrows.
🇫🇷 | Roselin pourpré |
🇩🇪 | Purpurgimpel |
🇲🇽 | Camachuelo purpúreo |
Taxonomy | |
Order | Passeriformes |
Family | Fringillidae |
How to Identify
Males exhibit a striking raspberry-red head and a pink body, complemented by brown tail feathers and wings. Females are predominantly brown, featuring a distinctive white stripe above the eye, and a white belly adorned with brown stripes.
Click on photo to enlarge.
Characteristics
Length | 12-16cm |
Weight | 19.8-28.4g |
Wingspan | 22-26cm |
Clutch Size | 2-7 eggs |
Incubation | 12-13 days |
Fledging | 13-16 days |
Sexual Maturity | 1 year |
Source | Wikipedia |
Where and When to Spot
The Purple Finch is typically observed in remote locations and is rarely seen in urban areas near Montreal.