House finch or Cassin's finch? Colorado, just north of Denver, 08.2024. (1 Viewer)

[ignicapilla]

Hello, can someone tell if this could be cassin's instead of house finch, as the culmen seems to be pretty straight? Thanks

 

[ignicapilla]

Does anyone have any input to add here, or is it likely unidentifiable?

 

[MelospizaMelodiaFan]

Not an expert here; just have house finches around me all day, every day. I agree with you about the conical shape of the bill; doesn't look like house finch, which has a more bulbous culmen. Do you have any other images?

 

[KenM]

Does anyone have any input to add here, or is it likely unidentifiable?

Here’s a Cassin’s shot in Oregon a few years back at Crater Lake, I’m thinking the bill shape compares well with your shot.👍