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NEBRASKAland December 2015

NEBRASKAland Magazine is dedicated to outstanding photography and informative writing with an engaging mix of articles and photos highlighting Nebraska’s outdoor activities, parklands, wildlife, history and people.

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DECEMBER 2015 • NEBRASKAland 15 Pine Siskin Song or calls: Rising "tsee," and harsh "chee" in flight. Song is huskier version of American goldfinch. Description: Sexes similar. Brown above and pale below with prominent dark streaking overall. Yellow on wings and tail is conspicuous in flight; yellow undertail coverts. Two whitish wing bars; deeply notched tail. Bill is thinner than in other finches. Juvenile is similar to adults but has overall yellow tint. Habitat: Migrants are found in both wooded and treeless areas, often feeding in small flocks on weed seeds. Breeding occurs in both coniferous and deciduous trees, and in ornamental plantings in diverse rural, suburban and urban settings. Where in Nebraska: Irregular but sometimes common spring and fall migrant and winter visitor across the state. Occasional summer resident. Field Notes: Winter range is erratic. May flock with American goldfinches in winter. Fun Facts: Pine grosbeak adults when breeding develop pouches to carry food to their young. ■ To learn about more birds visit: NebraskaBirdLibrary.org. Nebraska Bird Library Sponsored by PHOTO BY BOB GRIER

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