These European goldfinches are almost native to this area due to several years of breeding.. Who knows how they first came to the United stated, but I always love seeing them and photographing them.
European Goldfinch
Country United States
State Illinois
Location Middlefork forest preserve, Lake Forest IL.
Gender Male
Age Adult
Activity Territorial Display
- Created Timestamp06/28/2022 21:03:50
- CameraNIKON D850
- Aperture5.6
- CreditJ BURNING
- Focal Length500
- Iso180
- Shutter Speed1/1250
Even though they are non native, I really am happy they are thriving in our area. Great shot on the thistle plant.
Thanks Emil. It was a great day for sure.
Wow! Stunning photo!
Thank you.
I spent a month in Portugal and Spain last spring and never got this quality of a shot at this species. I am jealous.
Thanks. Right place and the right time is all.