All photographs were taken by Nathan Collie on location at Old Town.

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Conservation Status

American Goldfinches are very common and widespread. Although their population is in decline, they are still a species of low conservation concern. 

Habitat

These birds can be found near open or overgrown fields with patches of thistles, shrubs, and weeds. They can also be found near other semi-open areas such as parks, roadsides, woodland edges, orchards, and suburban areas. One way to easily attract them is by setting up bird feeders filled with sunflower or thistle seeds.