European Goldfinch

Overview

European Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) is a species of Finches, Euphonias (Fringillidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A dazzling finch with a red face, black-and-gold wings; a popular cage bird famed for song and color; feeds on thistle seeds with a delicate bill; acrobatic at feeders.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Carduelis; binomial: Carduelis carduelis; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 12-13cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: short-distance and altitudinal movements.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.