European Greenfinch
NameEuropean Greenfinch
Common NameEuropean Greenfinch
Scientific NameChloris chloris
FamilyFringillidae
Wingspan (cm)27
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsMales have bright olive-green plumage, with greyish flanks and prominent bright yellow patches on the primary feathers of the wings and at the base of the tail. The bill is pale and conical. Females are duller, with more greyish-brown tones and less vibrant yellow markings.
Vocalization / CallIts most characteristic call is a drawn-out, nasal 'dzweee' or 'tsooeet'. The song is a series of trilling notes interspersed with the 'dzweee' call, often delivered from a prominent perch or in a display flight.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsurban, forest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across Europe, North Africa, and Southwest Asia, extending eastwards into parts of Russia.
Identifying FeaturesOlive-green plumage (brighter in males), Stout, conical, pale bill, Bright yellow patches on wings and tail (especially visible in flight), Undulating flight pattern, Nasal 'dzweee' call
Description
The European Greenfinch is a common finch known for its stout conical bill and distinctive olive-green plumage. It is often found in gardens, parks, and woodlands, feeding primarily on seeds.
