Habitat:
Mixed woodlands, hedgerows and orchards

Description:
The Eurasian bullfinch is a small, stocky passerine (14–16 cm) with bright pink-and-black plumage in males and more subdued tones in females. It inhabits mixed woodlands, hedgerows, and orchards across Europe and Asia, feeding on seeds and buds in winter and insects in spring. During the breeding season (April to July), the male utters soft calls from a perch and both partners build a sturdy nest of twigs and moss.

Recommended lens:
>=300 mm

Photography tips:
Photograph the Eurasian bullfinch early morning or late afternoon using a telephoto lens of ≥300 mm. Position yourself low near a hedgerow to capture the singing male, use a fast shutter speed and shallow depth of field to isolate its vivid colors.