This little bird, like the former, visits us in great numbers from the north, on the approach of winter. They migrate extensively all over the country, from Maine to the Gulf of Mexico. Their summer migrations north are also very extensive. They arrive at Hudson's Bay about the first of June, in great numbers, and, after resting there a few days, they proceed farther north to breed. They have a very sweet, low note, and thrive very well in a cage.

Food

They had better be fed on Canary seed alone. As they are inclined to get too fat in the cage, they may have also a portion of rape seed.

Characteristics Of The Sexes

The male has the upper parts a deep slate color, lower parts pure white. The female differs in not having the colors so bright and pure.

Location

Found throughout the United States, in winter. Summer residence, in the Northern Regions.