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EURASIAN LINNET

Linaria cannabina

Length

12,5-14 cm

Wingspan

21-25 cm

Classification

Order: Passeriformes
Family: Fringillidae

Linaria cannabina

Habitat

It can be very common in open, treeless areas, areas with dense scrub and scattered trees, or even in green spaces in urban areas. Outside the breeding season, it joins with other finches forming large flocks.

Description

Small, elongated-looking bird with a large, conical bill. The upper areas are brownish, highlighting the head, which is grey in colour. Males during the breeding season have a red chest and forehead. Both females and young individuals have duller colourations.

Linaria cannabina
Regular | Occasional                Resident | Transient | Winter | Summer

Description

Small, elongated-looking bird with a large, conical bill. The upper areas are brownish, highlighting the head, which is grey in colour. Males during the breeding season have a red chest and forehead. Both females and young individuals have duller colourations.

Regular | Occasional
Resident | Transient | Winter | Summer