Male red crossbills have red plumage and darker reddish ... They are small but fierce predators, waiting on the tops of fences and shrubs to pounce on flying insects as they pass by.

(WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- A rare bird has been passing through the Chicago area. It’s called the Red Crossbill, and the type of finch is known for its distinctive beak, which is crossed at the tips.