The brightly colored male American goldfinch is especially recognizable ... Tail feathers with white tips and inner webs. Bill pinkish. Winter male: cinnamon brown above and on breast and flanks ...

If you see a male goldfinch, there is no doubt whatsoever about its identity. In the early days of April, before the leaves of the trees unfurl, you can easily spot these brilliant, blazing little ...

In the summer, they seem to be everywhere and then when winter arrives they disappear. But this is a ruse! The male goldfinches are still here, but they have opted for a costume change that makes ...

In winter, the males molt into dull yellow plumage colors, so you might not realize they stick around all year. Also note ...

Once goldfinches feel at ease in their habitat, they will happily eat seeds year round. In spring, they will eat any seeds left from the previous winter. They're also attracted to dandelions ...