goldfinch, Spinus tristis American goldfinch, Spinus tristis (formerly, Carduelis tristis and Astragalinus tristis ), also known as the eastern goldfinch and wild canary, photographed in Boulder , Colorado, USA. Image: Alek O. Komarnitsky , 14 May 2010 [ velociraptorize ]. Continue reading... Posted by GrrlScientist 11.09 EST Today's mystery bird for you