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Greenfinch (Carduelis chloris)

A common UK bird of woodland and garden bird which often visits seed feeders. It is a heavy set finch with a stout pinkish bill. The yellow bar on the wing edge is perhaps the best identification feature. In winter it often congregates into large flocks.


Greenfinches seem to have a mean expression, perhaps in keeping withtheir aggressive nature at the feeder. Watermead Country Park, Leicestershire, UK.

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