New Bird

New Bird

New bird
On the suet
Never seen before
Bird guide search…

Not an American Goldfinch
Red spot on top of head
Beak too small

Not a Redpoll
Red spot too small
Yellow head and breast
No streaks

Not a Nashville Warbler
Red spot too distinct
Wings have bars
Yellow head

Must be a rare bird
Wait…

Ruby Crowned Kinglet
Red spot just right
Small beak
White ring around eye
Wings have bars
Yellow head and breast
No streaks

That’s it!!!

Yay!
New bird identified!

© 2011 by Janice D. Green

ps I’ll try to get a picture up later if I can get one.