| White-winged Crossbill Identification Tips |
| (Credit: U. S. Geological Survey) |
| General
Information - Bill with crossed tips - White wing bars - Short, forked tail - Distinctive call note often given in flight - Most often found in coniferous trees - Often found in flocks Male - Red head and body - Blackish wings and tail Female - Dull gray plumage - Dull yellow crown, breast and rump - Dark streaks on breast - Juvenile resembles female but is more heavily streaked Similar species The Red Crossbill is similar to the White-winged Crossbill but lacks wing bars and has a larger bill. |
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