This morning I looked out my window and saw a bird I didn't recognize near the feeder. Turned out to be a female or juvenile Purple Finch. I started my "life list" of birds two years ago. This species is #246. It's only around here in the winter, and this is the first time I have seen one. A good day!
I read your profile and I am a lot the same. I love photographing birds and have learned so much about them by researching the identity from photos. A really nice shot! A fav