Goldfinches building a nest

There’s a lot of twittering and chattering in the trees in the back garden. It’s a pair of Goldfinches who are busy building a nest.

They are spectacular birds.

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Photobombed Goldfinch I'm taking photographs of a Goldfinch in the snow when a Blue Tit flies past. I think it's an elegant… read more

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Mrs Christine Noble
on Blonde Bombshell
I live in Yeovil South Somerset and I saw one of these blonde bees for the first time in my garden . It is only a small garden but for the last few years I...
Colin
on 260,000 territories
The Wren has an interesting name, here in Germany: "Zaunkönig" (Fence-King)!
David @ the HALL of EINAR
on 260,000 territories
Thanks so much Colin - much appreciated. Yes, many small birds are very loud - although I think the Wren should hold the record for decibels per gramme.
Colin
on 260,000 territories
Great pictures- thanks! Never heard of Sedge Warblers... A lot of Willow Warblers around here. Never ceases to amaze me how such a small bird can produce so many decibels!
David @ the HALL of EINAR
on Marsh Harrier overhead
Yes, they're stunners, Elisabeth. I hope you will see one in the future
Elisabeth Sidler
on Marsh Harrier overhead
What a beautiful bird! It does not breed here in Switzerland, but it does pass through. I have never seen one - I didn't even know it existed.
David @ the HALL of EINAR
on Song Thrush
Thanks Colin - yes, they're very attractive birds. I love the cascade of upside-down hearts on their chests, too.
David @ the HALL of EINAR
on Tinkling Goldfinch
Thanks so much Elisabeth - much appreciated!
Elisabeth Sidler
on Tinkling Goldfinch
The pictures do the birds credit!