Red Crossbill
This has been deemed an “irruptive year” for finches like this in North America. Hence, larger numbers than usual have been observed in the lower 48 states. I have been looking for these birds locally, but have had no luck. However, they have been reported frequenting the pine trees in the campground of Salisbury Beach State Park in Massachusetts. The trip to the park was worth it as I found a flock of 10 or more of these birds that provided me a great photo opportunity.
Country United States
State Massachusetts
Location Salisbury Beach State Park, Salisbury, Massachusetts
Gender Male
Age Adult
Activity Feeding in the Wild
Rare (For the Location)? Yes
- Created Timestamp02/21/2021 10:36:13
- CameraCanon EOS 80D
- Aperture7.1
- CreditRonald L. Zigler
- CopyrightRonald L. Zigler
- Focal Length600
- Iso800
- Shutter Speed1/1250
Great shot of the crossbill – your image really shows the bill well.