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Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Continental Chrome PM 1988 May-28
Description:
First day of issue: May 28, 1988 First issue location: Arlington, Virginia A loud "peek" heard through the orchard, and a long whistle-like song are the first signs that the rose-breasted grosbeak is there. Then, as the black and white bird comes close enough, a stunning flash of deep rose across its chest confirms the sighting. As it takes to the air, this lovely grosbeak displays rose wing linings and a white wing patch. A member of the finch family, this bird makes its nest in the elderberry bushes or on a horizontal branch of aspen or oak. There, the female will lay pale blue eggs spotted with brown. Among America's best-loved birds, the rose breasted grosbeak is found in northern woodlands, in the suburbs, and in among the orchard trees. In fall, the grosbeaks gather in flocks to migrate south for the winter. En route, they hide in treetops and forego elaborate songs for single short notes. The male, by this time, has lost his brilliant coloring. But, come spring, the rose-breasted grosbeak will return again to share his songs
| Details |  | | Publisher: | Maximum Card Collection | | Type: | Continental Chrome | | Stamp: | 25c | | Postmark/Cancel: | 1988 May-28
Arlington, VA | | Size: | 4" x 5.75" (10.25 x 15 cm) |
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