Cassin’s Finch is a medium-sized finch that you’ll find in the western mountains of North America. While Cassin’s Finch may visit your birdhouse but you may have difficulty picking it out. This bird is quite common, and while it’s a bit larger than many other red finches, it’s also rather dull looking. The male’s main distinctive feature is the pink on its head and chest, while the female is mostly brown. Their bills are a bit longer than other birds’ bills, and they’re pointed.
One of the interesting facts about the Cassin’s Finch is that the male looks very similar to a female during its first season. It does, however, sing like a mature male. This often makes people think that there is both a male and female Cassin’s Finch at their garden bird feeder even though there’s not. The Cassin’s Finch is also capable of mimicking other bird calls, which can further lead to confusion. When it comes to food, Cassin’s Finches eat berries, fruits, buds, seeds, and some insects. They also crave salt and can be see at salt deposits.