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European serin
Scientific name: Serinus serinus
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: SERINIDAE
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, orchards, urban areas
Description:
The European serin is a small passerine bird found primarily in gardens, orchards, and urban areas across Europe and the Middle East. It is distinguished by its bright yellow plumage, dark wings, and small size. This small bird primarily feeds on seeds, which it finds in trees, bushes, and grasses. It is also known for its high-pitched, melodious song, which it performs during the breeding season.
Recommended lens:
>=600 mm
Photography tips:
Photograph the European serin using a telephoto lens to capture its quick movements and behaviors in trees or bushes. 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 the bird sings from a perch or forages on the ground.
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