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©Mark Hamblin/2020VISION

©Mark Hamblin/2020VISION
Greenfinch
An attractive, olive-green bird, the greenfinch regularly visits birdtables and feeders in gardens. Look for a bright flash of yellow on its wings as it flies.
Scientific name
Chloris chlorisWhen to see
January to DecemberSpecies information
Statistics
Length: 15cmWingspan: 26cm
Weight: 28g
Average lifespan: 2 years
Classified in the UK as Red under the Birds of Conservation Concern 5: the Red List for Birds (2021). Protected in the UK under the Wildlife and Countryside Act, 1981.