Evening Grosbeak
NameEvening Grosbeak
Common NameEvening Grosbeak
Scientific NameCoccothraustes vespertinus
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)33
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsMales are brightly colored with a brilliant yellow body, a dark brown head with a prominent yellow eyebrow, and black wings with large white patches. Females are duller, typically grayish-brown with yellow tinges and smaller white wing patches. Both sexes have a very large, pale, conical bill.
Vocalization / CallTheir calls are loud, clear, and often described as a ringing 'cleer' or 'peeer' note, frequently given in flight. They also produce a series of short, sharp chirps.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across North America, primarily in coniferous and mixed forests of the western mountains, boreal forests of Canada, and parts of the eastern United States. They are known for irruptive movements in winter, often appearing at feeders far from their breeding grounds.
Identifying FeaturesLarge, pale, conical bill, Bright yellow body (males), Dark head with yellow eyebrow (males), Black wings with prominent white patches, Stocky build
Description
The Evening Grosbeak is a large, stocky finch known for its striking yellow and black plumage and massive, pale bill. These social birds often travel in noisy flocks, especially during winter, feeding on seeds and insects.
