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Safari Tip:
Get help identifying birds with the superbly illustrated "Top 50
Garden Birds" identification chart - click
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Latin name: Carduelis carduelis
Size: Approximately 12 to 13cms.
Distribution: Found throughout the UK. Less frequent in the north of
Scotland.
Months seen: Mostly March to November.
Habitat: Woods, parks, farms and gardens.
Food: Seeds, especially thistles, teasel and knapweed. Will also come to
garden bird feeders.
Special features: The most distinguishing feature of the goldfinch is
its bright red face. The wings are black with a wide yellow band. The breast and
rump are white and the back is pale brown. The tail is black with white patches.
7 Tips to Attract Goldfinches to Your Garden
UK Safari Bird Section
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