With a simple, one-note repeating structure that we may describe as a “chirp,” “cheep,” or “tweet,” this is the call of a house finch. The bird was seen in a bush beside a path near the Pitzer clock tower.
Recorded 3/3/2023, early afternoon.

The song of the House Finch is more complex, with an extended melody. Compared with other recordings taken of the same species on campus, some song variation can be seen within a small geographic area.
Recorded 3/3/2023, early afternoon.

