EP26 Common Chaffinch - Bird Song

The common chaffinch is a small passerine bird found throughout Europe. The males are brightly coloured with a blue-grey crown, pink breast and brown back, while females are brown with streaks and a buff-coloured breast. The male chaffinch's song is a series of loud, clear notes, often repeated in a distinctive pattern, while the female's song is shorter and less complex. Both males and females sing throughout the year, with males singing more frequently during the breeding season.
The common chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) is a small passerine bird that belongs to the finch family. It is a widespread and abundant species found throughout Europe, North Africa, and Asia. The chaffinch is a resident bird, and populations do not migrate unless there are severe weather conditions.
The chaffinch's habitat varies from coniferous and deciduous forests to urban gardens and parks. It is also found in orchards, heaths, and agricultural landscapes. During breeding season, males can be seen singing from tree-tops or other prominent perches. They often perch on the branches of tall trees and sing loudly to attract females. In the winter months, chaffinches form flocks and feed on seeds and insects.
The chaffinch's song is a series of repeated notes, which start off slowly, gradually increasing in pace and pitch, and ending in a flourish. It is a pleasant and recognizable song, and many people consider it one of the most beautiful bird songs. The song is used to attract females during the breeding season, and males can sing for hours on end to establish their territory.
The male chaffinch is easily distinguished from the female. Males have a colourful plumage, with a pinkish-red breast, blue-grey head, and back, and a black and white wing pattern. Females are duller in colour, with a brownish-grey head and back, and a plain brown breast. The male's colourful plumage is an important aspect of attracting females during the breeding season.