Re: [cobirds] Purple vs. Cassin's Finches--Purple Finch in El Paso 10/25, 26, 27

Yes, Duane Nelson, thanks for that pic and your description. 

I have no photos, but based on this thread and Duane's description, I'm now convinced that what I had identified as a female Cassin's Finch on 10/25-27 in our back yard was actually a Purple. Present 3 days but only for very brief visits--it seemed extra skittish. I originally identified it 10/25 (and posted to ebird that day and again the 26th) as a female Cassin's; I edited those reports tonight, because I do remember thinking on the 25th that it must be a partially leucistic Cassin's due to unexpectedly greater & distinctive white (in eyebrow & malar) surrounding the brown cheeks. 

I didn't even think of Purple, not being too familiar with them. Was not able to get photos. Seeing the thread about Purple Finches (vs Cassin's) on COBirds today made me reconsider--especially Duane's contribution, with his photo.

Marty Wolf

NW Colorado Springs

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From: Susan Rosine <u5b2mtdna@gmail.com>
To: Colorado Birds <cobirds@googlegroups.com>
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Subject: [cobirds] Purple vs. Cassin's Finches

What a FANTASTIC comparison picture! Thanks for sharing!
I saw the female Purple today in Broomfield. What a treat; used to see them all the time when I lived in Western WA.
Susan Rosine
Brighton, Adams county

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