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Eurasian greenfinch

Scientific name: Chloris chloris


Eurasian greenfinch

IUCN Status: Least Concern

Family: FRINGILLIDAE

Group: Birds

Shyness: Suspicious

Safe distance: 20 m

Breeding season / Courtship: 01.03-31.10

Gestation: 180 à 220 jours

Births: 31.10-15.11


Habitat:
Gardens, hedgerows, open woodlands

Description:
The Eurasian greenfinch is a small passerine bird found primarily in gardens, hedgerows, and open woodlands across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It is distinguished by its bright green and yellow plumage, as well as its distinctive song. This small bird primarily feeds on seeds, which it finds in grasses, bushes, or on the ground. It is also known for its ability to emit powerful and clear sounds, often heard during its breeding season.

Recommended lens:
>=600 mm

Photography tips:
Photograph the Eurasian greenfinch using a telephoto lens to capture its furtive movements and foraging behavior among bushes and grasses. It is best to photograph early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the light is soft and the bird is more active. Be ready to capture a moment when it sings from a perch or searches for food on the ground.

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