Male House Finch

This dear fellow was in search of a mate for over a month. Because his red coloring is dull, females were not attracted to him. It was heartbreaking to hear him call from dawn to dusk from the same 3 trees with no response. Meantime, another deep-colored male House Finch acquired a mate, helped care for a brood of 5 until they left the nest........all from the same trees! But this fellow won my heart.
Addendum: This fellow finally did find a mate, which was so heartening and joyous to me, (and I have photos of his family (forthcoming.)

[Ko*]

Did he find a mate later? great picture..

[Leslie Manna]

@madeinnl YES! Will soon post photos of his family. It was very heartwarming that he found a little lady.. Phew!
Thank you Ko, for your interest, your following, and Fav's. Keep well, Les

[Elisabeth Sæter]

Nice shot

[Candace]

Wonderful news!

[Taffy]

Oh, what a sad story but relieved to see that he had success later on.

[Leslie Manna]

@madeinnl @taffy @ribbet9 @elisasaeter Addendum: This fellow finally did find a mate, which was so heartening and joyous to me, (and I have photos of his family (forthcoming.)

[Jane Pittenger]

So so glad he got his mate. Like the flower back left fram8ng him

[Leslie Manna]

@jgpittenger Thanks Jane; it's a Dogwood tree where he spent a lot of time calling, and calling, and calling. And then one glorious day, he "changed his tune." He was SINGING. :))

[Hanlie Live Life]

Luv the story and photo :)

[Robin]

I look forward to the new family photos. Lovely story and shot of this pretty bird.