Chaffinch

Key information

The chaffinch is one of the most widespread and abundant bird in Britian and Ireland. Its patterned plumage helps it to blend in when feeding on the ground and it becomes most obvious when it flies, revealing a flash of white on the wings and white outer tail feathers. It does not feed openly on bird feeders – it prefers to hop about under the bird table or under the hedge. You’ll usually hear chaffinches before you see them, with their loud song and varied calls.

What they eat:

Insects and seeds.

Measurements:

Length:
14.5cm
Wingspan:
24.5-28.5cm
Weight:
18-29g

Population:

UK breeding:
6.2 million (plus 2 million in Ireland)

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