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Common Chaffinch, Pinzón vulgar

Fringilla coelebs

Description:

The Common Chaffinch's large double white wing bars, white tail edges and greenish rump easily identify this 14–16 cm long species. The breeding male is unmistakable, with his reddish underparts and a blue-grey cap. The female is drabber and greener, but still obvious.

Habitat:

Pine tree forest, close to a brook

Notes:

Camera Model: NIKON D300. Exposure Time: 1/500 sec.; f/11; ISO Speed Rating: 800. Exposure Bias: -1 EV. Focal Length: 300.0 mm.

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arlanda
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arlanda

Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Spotted on Apr 25, 2013
Submitted on May 20, 2013

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