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The Common Linnet is a small passerine bird of the finch family, Fringillidae. It derives its scientific name from its fondness for hemp and its English name from its liking for seeds of flax, from which linen is made.

Similar species: Perching Birds
Species identified by Claire Hamilton
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By Claire Hamilton

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Uploaded Jul 18, 2018. Captured Jul 18, 2018 10:54 in Unnamed Road, Yarmouth PO41 0UY, UK.
  • Canon EOS 70D
  • f/5.6
  • 1/2500s
  • ISO100
  • 400mm