American Goldfinch
Spinus tristis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="spinus-tristis"></birdfyi-bird>The American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis) is a bird species in the family Fringillidae (finches), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14 cm and a weight of 12.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The American Goldfinch is a bright yellow finch weighing about 13 g with a 14 cm wingspan, widespread across North America in open fields, roadsides, and gardens. Males display vivid lemon-yellow plumage in summer, while both sexes feed almost entirely on seeds, particularly from composites like thistles.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.0 cm | 5.5 in |
| Weight | 12.95 g | 0.46 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 11-17 days.
Clutch Size
2-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Fringillidae (Finches) |
| Genus | Spinus |
| Species | Spinus tristis |
Distribution
American Goldfinch has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Fringillidae family