Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis)

Also known as the European Goldfinch, this is a male as the red extends further back above the eye than in the female. The colour on males is much brighter than on the females.

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Ferdy Christant

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Promoted to homepage, great shot of a great bird. Posted 12 years ago
1. Bridget Charity Rendall
  
  Grizzly Bear
  
  Wow thanks again :) Posted 12 years ago

Sunil R Agadi

Lion

A Good closup shot.! Superb !! Posted 11 years ago

The European goldfinch

The European goldfinch or goldfinch, is a small passerine bird in the finch family that is native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia. It has been introduced to other areas including Australia, New Zealand and Uruguay.

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Similar species: Perching Birds

Species identified by Bridget Charity Rendall