Unlike this common redpoll, my human body lacks the appropriate insulation to survive temperatures of -30. It never ceases to amaze me how such a tiny creature can endure such a hostile environment! Common redpolls are considered “irruption birds,” meaning that a variety of environmental factors will sometimes motivate them to migrate south from Canada in extensive numbers. My encounter with this beautiful fellow was on such a wonderful winter. Sax-Zim Bog, MN.
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