An American Goldfinch!

We found out what kind of nest was found in the playground!! The children made some great predictions as to what kind of nest it was. Steven suggested that it was a hummingbird's nest because it is small like a hummingbird. Many friends agreed!! Some thought that it belonged to a robin or a blue jay. Our class sent a message to Ojibway Nature Centre for their input. They responded and told us that it belonged to an American Goldfinch. They responded that goldfinches use fibrous materials from thistle and milkweed to line their nests. We noticed that the nest is lined.

For more information visit:
http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/American_Goldfinch/id