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Bring the "Wild Canaries" to Your Yard: How to Attract American Goldfinches in Pennsylvania
If you’ve ever caught a flash of brilliant, lemon-yellow feathers flitting through your garden, you’ve likely spotted the American Goldfinch (Spinus tristis). Often affectionately referred to as the "wild canary" due to the male’s vibrant breeding plumage, these joyful songbirds are a favorite among Pennsylvania birdwatchers and backyard gardeners alike. While they can be found year-round across the Keystone State—from the rolling hills of Lancaster County to suburban yards a
Lance Ripka
Jul 283 min read


Golden Finch
More of the Golden Finch, such a Beautiful Bird. #bird #birds #goldenfinch #finch #photography #wildlife
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Sep 28, 20251 min read


Golden Finch
It took me a while to catch these Golden Finches on Camera. This is Set 3 0f 3. I am amazed at how Beautiful Birds actually are. I...
Lance Ripka
Sep 5, 20251 min read


Golden Finch, Juvenile
Golden Finch, is an amazing bird with its color. This one is a Juvenile But still looks great on camera. #finches #goldenfinch #birds...
Lance Ripka
Aug 11, 20251 min read


Golden Finch
Golden Finch… It was hard to get close to this particular bird. I actually had to Army Crawl across some ground to get close enough…. lol...
Lance Ripka
Jul 20, 20251 min read
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