Kenn and Kimberly Kaufman write, "Little red finches can be tricky. Purple finches and house finches are similar in appearance, as males of both have a lot of red on the head. This is a house finch.

Rosy-finches, known for their vibrant pinkish-red wings and mottled brown, black, or gray bodies, are typically difficult to spot. However, during the winter months, these birds descend from the ...