Scientific Name: Haemorhous mexicanus Family: Finch House finch vs purple finch ... string and feathers on tree branches or manmade structures; the nest holds four to five spotted bluish-white ...

DESCRIPTION: The medium tree finch is a chunky, wren-like finch. The male has a black head, grayish-brown upperparts, and whitish or yellowish underparts. The female has a grayish-brown head. HABITAT: ...