Lawrence's Goldfinch

12 cm (5") Locally common but erratic. Southwestern United States. Prefers dry grassy slopes, chaparral, oak-pine woods but may flock with other goldfinches.

Flesh-colored bill.

Male: black face (cap and throat). Flesh-colored bill. Gray upperparts (brownish in winter). Yellowish underparts. Extensive yellow in wings.

Female: head and back grayish. Yellowish breast and rump. Extensive yellow on wings.

Song: melodious tinkle notes; bell-like "tink-ul" flight call.

Images

Credit: Bill Bouton

Credit: Bill Bouton

Credit: Linda Tanner

Distribution Maps

Lawrence's Goldfinch winter distribution map

Lawrence's Goldfinch distribution map