A male House Finch has been showing up in the backyard lately, and giving me one photo opp…
…after another…
…after another…
…after another!
But this guy is more than just a pretty poser, he is also a boisterous bather!
After I snapped several shots, I switched to video. As you watch this (shaky) clip, notice how he ramps things up a notch when the female finch appears. I can’t help but laugh when he gives her a glance and then really starts splashing with gusto!
He stayed for a good long while (much to my delight) and then flew off to poof and preen his feathers.
Whether he is posing or splashing, he sure is a handsome fellow!
Backyard Bird Nerd 
Great set, love it when a bird or animal does this 🙂
Thanks!
A fine set 😊
Thanks!
What an absolutely stunning little bird—such beautiful colors. I don’t think we have this species here in Croatia, but it reminds me of the Common Linnet (Linaria cannabina).
He really is a cutie!
It’s winter here in New Jersey, and it’s been far too cold to keep a birdbath from freezing over. The House Finches, Juncos, Nuthatches, Black‑capped Chickadees, Tufted Titmice and the rest still show up at the feeders all day, though.
This is a delightful sequence!
Thank you!
A handsome fellow for sure!