The Hoary Redpoll is a pale, frosty-white arctic redpoll that irrupts south into the northern US in some winters alongside Common Redpolls. It is distinguished by its smaller bill, frostier overall appearance, and nearly unstreaked white rump. Whether it represents a distinct species or just the palest end of Common Redpoll variation remains debated.
Best time to see a Hoary Redpoll
The best time to see a Hoary Redpoll is January–March, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 5,538 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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