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Carduelis Spinus Collection

The Eurasian Siskin (Carduelis spinus) is a small, vibrant bird that can be found in various locations across Europe

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Eurasian Siskins (Carduelis spinus) on a branch of Alder (Alnus glutinosa) ready to

Eurasian Siskins (Carduelis spinus) on a branch of Alder (Alnus glutinosa) ready to fly away

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Carduelis spinus, Eurasian siskin

Carduelis spinus, Eurasian siskin
Plate 37 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 3 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Siskin (Carduelis spinus) male at garden pool, Scotland, UK, May

Siskin (Carduelis spinus) male at garden pool, Scotland, UK, May. Did you know? The total combined size of the UKaes gardens is bigger than all our National Nature Reserves put together!

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Siskin (Carduelis spinus) male in flight preparing to land, Scotland, UK, May

Siskin (Carduelis spinus) male in flight preparing to land, Scotland, UK, May

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Eurasian siskin (Carduelis spinus), male, sitting on deadwood, Emsland, Lower Saxony, Germany

Eurasian siskin (Carduelis spinus), male, sitting on deadwood, Emsland, Lower Saxony, Germany
carduelis spinus, deadwood, male, niedersachsen, perch, wood, Erhard Nerger Photography, 949521550

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Siskin (Carduelis spinus) perched on a gorse bush, Northumberland, UK

Siskin (Carduelis spinus) perched on a gorse bush, Northumberland, UK

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Siskins (Carduelis spinus) fighting over food. Oisterwijk, The Netherlands, March

Siskins (Carduelis spinus) fighting over food. Oisterwijk, The Netherlands, March

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Siskin (Carduelis spinus) male reflected in garden pool. Scotland, May

Siskin (Carduelis spinus) male reflected in garden pool. Scotland, May

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Siskin (Carduelis spinus) male peched on a lichen covered branch. Rothiemurchus Forest

Siskin (Carduelis spinus) male peched on a lichen covered branch. Rothiemurchus Forest, Scotland, UK, April (non-ex)

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Siskin -Carduelis spinus-, female perched on an alder branch

Siskin -Carduelis spinus-, female perched on an alder branch

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Siskin Carduelis spinus male on nut feeder Scotland

Siskin Carduelis spinus male on nut feeder Scotland

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Eurasian Siskin, Carduelis spinus, preparing to land on tree branch by flapping down its wings

Eurasian Siskin, Carduelis spinus, preparing to land on tree branch by flapping down its wings, spreading tail and extending out feet, side view

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Eurasian Siskin, Carduelis spinus, small, lively finch, distinctly forked tail and long narrow bill

Eurasian Siskin, Carduelis spinus, small, lively finch, distinctly forked tail and long narrow bill, streaky yellow-green body and black crown and bib, yellow patches in the wings and tail

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Male Eurasian Siskin (Carduelis spinus) perching on branch

Male Eurasian Siskin (Carduelis spinus) perching on branch

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Birds: Passeriformes, European Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis), Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs)

Birds: Passeriformes, European Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis), Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs)
Zoology - Birds - Passeriformes - European Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis), Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs), Eurasian Siskin (Carduelis spinus), Coal Tit (Periparus or Parus ater)

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Goldfinches & Siskin at bird feeder

Goldfinches & Siskin at bird feeder
WAT-8276 GOLDFINCHES - and Siskin (carduelis spinus) at bird feeder Carduelis carduelis M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageCarduelis Spinus Collection: Greenfinch and Siskin (Carduelis spinus) - at feeder in garden, Lower Saxony, Germany

Greenfinch and Siskin (Carduelis spinus) - at feeder in garden, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-2790 Greenfinch and Siskin (Carduelis spinus) - at feeder in garden Lower Saxony, Germany Carduelis chloris Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only


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The Eurasian Siskin (Carduelis spinus) is a small, vibrant bird that can be found in various locations across Europe. Whether perched on a branch of Alder or deadwood, these siskins are always ready to showcase their beauty and agility. In Scotland, UK, during the month of May, a male siskin was spotted at a garden pool, its reflection creating an enchanting sight. Another male was captured in flight, gracefully preparing to land amidst the lush scenery. Even in Germany's Emsland region, these birds find solace on deadwood while adding splashes of color to the landscape. Their behavior can also be quite intriguing; they have been observed fighting over food in Oisterwijk, The Netherlands during March. Their determination and resilience shine through as they battle for sustenance. Meanwhile, in Rothiemurchus Forest and Northumberland, UK, these siskins perch on lichen-covered branches or gorse bushes respectively - showcasing their ability to adapt to different environments. Both males and females exhibit stunning features; one female was photographed perched delicately on an alder branch while another male enjoyed some nourishment from a nut feeder in Scotland. These moments capture the essence of their existence - resilient yet delicate creatures thriving amidst nature's offerings. One cannot help but admire their grace when witnessing them prepare for landing by flapping down wings with tails spread wide open and feet extending outwards - truly captivating sights indeed. Carduelis spinus or Eurasian Siskins are not just ordinary birds; they are living works of art that bring life and vibrancy wherever they go.