Head Up North to See Pine Grosbeaks
Head Up North to See Pine Grosbeaks Pine grosbeaks are a common species in Canada's boreal forests and the western mountains. This tame oversized finch adds color to the late fall landscape. Tim Zurowski/Shutterstock How to Identify Pine Grosbeaks Nicknamed “mopes” by Newfoundlanders for their subdued and approachable personalities, pine grosbeaks tend to freeze rather than fly when they feel threatened. Passersby usually walk right by without noticing the robin-size birds among subalpine conifers where they breed during summer. They’re easily spotted foraging for seeds, berries and bu...