[tn-bird] Re: bevy of goldfinch
- From: Charlie <cmmbirds@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: tn-bird@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2002 08:05:14 -0700 (PDT)
Hi Carol, and others,
Actually, there probably aren't any young American Goldfinches (AMGO)
right now. AMGO are generally the last species to nest in the
eastern US because they await the blooming of thistle, the down of
which they use to line their nests. Since thistle is just now
starting to bloom (at least here in the Smokies) it won't be at peak
for another week or two at least, so most AMGO are just hanging out
and enjoying early summer. Thus they are not terribly territorial
yet. Yesterday I conducted a Breeding Bird Survey route in Walland,
Blount and Sevier Counties. I did see some flight displays, and
there were a few birds that looked to be paired up, but mostly I was
seeing individuals or groups.
BTW, the thistle they use for nesting is *not* the same stuff that is
sold as bird food.
Charlie
--- jreese5@xxxxxxx wrote:
>
>
> Thanks James Brooks for your "turkey talk" and also for your
> erudition on
> the eating and migrating habits of Parasitic Jaegers.
>
> Another bird curiousity item...no less than nine male goldfinches
> in full
> bright yellow plumage are on my feeder just beyond my window. Would
> the
> young have such bright colors so soon? ...or is this a "bachelor
> pod"
> cruising for goldfinch chicks and knocking back a few sunflowers?
> Seriously, surely it's too soon for them to be forming flocks......
>
>
>
> Carol Reese
> Ornamental Horticulture Specialist -Western District
> University of Tennessee Extension Service
> 605 Airways Blvd.
> Jackson TN 38301
> 901 425 4721 email jcreese@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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