Two days ago I saw this bird at one of my feeders, being camera shy. Despite his efforts, I managed to capture him in pixels. I’m glad I did, since this picture helps me identify him, and records his visit to my yard. A Rose-breasted Grosbeak (Pheucticus ludovicianus).

Spring of 2018 was the first time I ever witnessed any of these lovely birds passing through. I’ve seen at least one male and one female each spring since. This year, so far, I’ve only seen this male, in the picture above.

This is a male Rose-breasted Grosbeak in the photo on the left. And looking totally different, in the photo on the right, is a female Rose-breasted Grosbeak.

I hope this trend continues. A few Rose-breasted Grosbeaks coming through in the spring is way better than none at all.

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