If only he didn't have that big red spot on his chest and white bottom, this rose-breasted grosbeak (Pheucticus ludovicianus) would be hard to see against the seed mix. This bird was at the feeder with a blue grosbeak this morning - interesting 🤔. This is another new bird for me - hurray 🎊🎉🎆. I have a few photos in a nearby tree which is a better setting, but this is the best one for showing his plumage.
"Researchers used mounted specimens of male Rose-breasted Grosbeaks to explore aggressive behavior. Live male birds attacked the white rump and flanks of the models, suggesting that the white markings are more important than the red chest in stimulating aggression." - allaboutbirds.org
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