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siskin

Siskin (Carduelis spinus) Profile

A small finch which is 12cm in length, the siskin (Carduelis spinus) boasts a distinctive forked tail and narrow bill. The male has a streaky yellow-green body together with a...

Siskin (Carduelis spinus) Profile

A small finch which is 12cm in length, the siskin (Carduelis spinus) boasts a distinctive forked tail and narrow bill. The male has a streaky yellow-green body together with a...

robin

Robin Red Breast (Erithacus Rubecula) Profile

Hugely territorial and something of a bully, the European robin (Erithacus rubecula) is nonetheless the nation’s favourite bird. Also known as robin red breasts, these birds may look apprealing but...

Robin Red Breast (Erithacus Rubecula) Profile

Hugely territorial and something of a bully, the European robin (Erithacus rubecula) is nonetheless the nation’s favourite bird. Also known as robin red breasts, these birds may look apprealing but...

redpoll

Lesser, Artic & Common Redpoll Profile

There are three species of redpoll which can be seen in the UK and they are of similar appearance. You may encounter the lesser redpoll, common redpoll or Arctic redpoll...

Lesser, Artic & Common Redpoll Profile

There are three species of redpoll which can be seen in the UK and they are of similar appearance. You may encounter the lesser redpoll, common redpoll or Arctic redpoll...

raven

Raven Profile

Ravens are very large black birds with black beaks, they are the biggest member of the crow family. They have very long wings and if you spot them in flight...

Raven Profile

Ravens are very large black birds with black beaks, they are the biggest member of the crow family. They have very long wings and if you spot them in flight...

wild parakeet

Wild Parakeet Profile

Ring-necked parakeets appear to have invaded Europe in large numbers and it looks like they are thriving and here to stay. A common sight in many parks and gardens around...

Wild Parakeet Profile

Ring-necked parakeets appear to have invaded Europe in large numbers and it looks like they are thriving and here to stay. A common sight in many parks and gardens around...

nuthatch

Nuthatch (Sitta Europaea) Profile

The nuthatch (Sitta europaea) is a woodland species which can be seen scurrying up and down tree trunks. It is a pretty blue-grey bird with an orange breast, chestnut sides...

Nuthatch (Sitta Europaea) Profile

The nuthatch (Sitta europaea) is a woodland species which can be seen scurrying up and down tree trunks. It is a pretty blue-grey bird with an orange breast, chestnut sides...