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Latin name: Carduelis spinus
Size: Approximately 12cm
Distribution: Found throughout most of the UK.
Months seen: All year round. The UK siskin population is swelled each
winter with migrant birds from Europe.
Habitat: Siskins are normally found close to coniferous woodland, but in
winter will also feed on alders and birch
Food: Seeds.
Special features: The male siskin has mostly yellow and green plumage,
similar to a greenfinch but much smaller. He has a black cap and chin, and a
yellow rump. The female looks more grey in comparison and has striped underparts.
Siskins will come to gardens seed feeders, and are especially partial to niger
seeds.
UK Safari Bird Section
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