A tiny brown bird that adds variety to your feeder. Found throughout much of northern Minnesota, but can be noted in most of North America. Likes coniferous forests, but can be discovered in groves or plantations where conifers grow. Prefers small seeds like Niger thistle, millet and sunflower chips. Sometimes called the red finch, but not to be mistaken for the purple finch.
Color can range from orange to fire-engine red.
Appearance in the Midwest is most common, but after being captured and turned loose in the East, the species has adapted well in the New York area, as well as in most of the eastern United States. Also found in midwestern states from Minnesota to Mississippi. At the feeder it will eat sunflower, millet, thistle and peanuts. It also enjoys berries. Its color makes this bird easy to confuse with other birds.