Citril Finch
NameCitril Finch
Common NameCitril Finch
Scientific NameSerinus citrinella
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)21.5
Length (cm)12
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsMales display bright yellow-green underparts, a grey head with a yellow throat and supercilium, and an olive-green back and wings with dark streaking. Females are duller, with less intense yellow and more extensive streaking.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a rapid, high-pitched, tinkling trill, often described as 'tsii-tsii-tsii-tsii-tsii'. Calls include a soft 'tsee' or 'tsooeet'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the mountains of central and southern Europe, including the Pyrenees, Alps, Apennines, and Balkan mountains.
Identifying Featuressmall, stocky finch, bright yellow-green underparts, grey head with yellow throat, streaked olive-green back, conical finch bill
Description
The Citril Finch is a small, stocky finch typically found in mountainous regions of Europe. It is known for its vibrant yellow-green plumage and distinctive grey head, often seen foraging for seeds and insects.
