purple finch

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purple finch

A purple finch perches on a branch, singing.

Definition

Noun: 1. A North American songbird (Haemorhous purpureus) characterized by the male's distinctive raspberry-red or purplish-red plumage on the head, breast, and rump.

Usage

The term "purple finch" is used specifically to identify this species of bird. It is a countable noun. * We spotted a purple finch at the bird feeder this morning. * Purple finches often visit backyards in the winter. * The vibrant color of the male purple finch is striking.

Advanced Usage
  • The species name, , is used in scientific or formal contexts.
  • Birdwatchers often distinguish it from the similar-looking house finch by its more uniformly red coloration and different song.
Variants and Related Words
  • Finch (n): The broader family (Fringillidae) to which the purple finch belongs.
  • House Finch (n): A related North American finch () often confused with the purple finch, but with more streaked, brownish-red plumage.
Synonyms
  • Haemorhous purpureus (Scientific name)
purple finch

A purple finch perches on a branch, singing.

Noun
  1. North American finch having a raspberry-red head and breast and rump

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