Leucistic House Finch Perched at Backyard Bird Feeder
Sunday, January 18th, 2026 at 5:11:54 PM · 2026/Backyard Birding
This photograph captures a leucistic house finch perched on the rim of a tube-style bird feeder in a backyard setting. The bird displays an uncommon pale peachy-cream coloration instead of the typical red and brown plumage, caused by a genetic mutation affecting pigmentation. The feeder is weathered dark green metal with multiple feeding ports, and another bird (appears to be a goldfinch) is partially visible on the right edge. The soft-focused background creates a gentle, natural bokeh effect with muted greens and pinks, emphasizing the delicate bird as the focal point.
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