The Official New Hampshire State Bird

Purple Finch

The Purple Finch (Carpodacus purpureus) is a small passerine bird in the finch family. It is the official state bird of New Hampshire. It is native to North America, breeding from southeastern Alaska east to Nova Scotia, and south through the western United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

The Purple Finch is an important symbol of the state of New Hampshire, with the state legislature officially declaring it their state bird in 1957. The Purple Finch's appearance in the state is a reminder of the natural beauty of the Granite State. The Purple Finch is one of the first migrants to arrive in the spring, signaling the start of the birding season. It is also a favorite of birdwatchers and birders who visit New Hampshire.

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