Carpodacus mexicanus

We have been back from visiting our daughter in California for a few days. While we're gone, the birds have to forage for themselves, since the feeders don't get regular attention. But, when we get back, it does not take too long for the regular visitors to rediscover that we're home. This House Finch (who looks like a first-year male to me, but I am just guessing) is waiting patiently in the pine tree for his turn at the feeder.