Psilos Bird Photography |
Greenfinches (Carduelis chloris) |
A charm of finches really does apply to
this lively, gregarious bird. Our commonest finch they are noisy, argumentative
but beautiful all at the same time. Their bubbling call as they fly
is often heard. They are very sociable birds and often travel around
in large flocks. |
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The male greenfinch (above) is one of our most
colourful birds. Bright yellow/green with a flash of yellow on the wings.
The female also has the yellow wing flash but is much duller with streaks
to the breast. Juvenile Greenfinches are a dull green with a heavily
streaked breast. During the winter months they can be commonly seen
visiting garden bird feeders and tables where they feed on seeds and
peanuts. |
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