Pine Grosbeak
NamePine Grosbeak
Common NamePine Grosbeak
Scientific NamePinicola enucleator
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)31
Length (cm)22.5
Weight (g)65
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a rosy-red head, breast, rump, and flanks, with a grayish belly. Their wings are dark with two prominent white wing bars. Females and immatures have a gray body with yellow or orange coloration on the head and rump, also featuring two white wing bars.
Vocalization / CallTheir vocalizations include a clear, whistled song often described as 'pui pui pui' or 'tee-tee-tew'. Calls are soft, often a 'chew-wee' or 'phew-phew-phew' sound.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in boreal forests across the Northern Hemisphere, including Canada, Alaska, and mountainous regions of the western United States, as well as northern Europe and Asia.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size for a finch, Thick, conical bill, Rosy-red (male) or yellow/orange (female) plumage, Two prominent white wing bars, Tame demeanor
Description
The Pine Grosbeak is a large, heavy-bodied finch typically found in coniferous and mixed forests. Males display striking rosy-red plumage, while females and immatures are duller yellow or orange. They are known for their tame nature and often feed on buds, seeds, and berries.
