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American Goldfinch feeding on thistle

Carduelis tristis

Photo by MickGrant
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Description:

Our neighbour left some thistle which was accepted by these colourful birds. They flock in and dissolve to the south when feed gets scarce.

Habitat:

Grassland, parks and gardens - weedy fields

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