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Finches Collection (#9)

"Exploring the Evolutionary Journey of Finches: A Tribute to Darwin" In his groundbreaking studies on the Galapagos Islands

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Picture No. 11050874
Common / Eurasian Bullfinch adult male Kajaani, Kuhmo area, Finland Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050873

Picture No. 11050873
Common / Eurasian Bullfinch adult male Kajaani, Kuhmo area, Finland Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050864

Picture No. 11050864
Common / Eurasian Bullfinch pair in net ringing the birds with nylon nets for the STOC Program Le Champ du Feu, Bas Rhin, France Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050863

Picture No. 11050863
Common / Eurasian Bullfinch adult male in the net ringing the birds with nylon nets for the STOC Program Le Champ du Feu, Bas Rhin, France Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050862

Picture No. 11050862
Common / Eurasian Bullfinch adult male being taken out of the net for banding ringing the birds with nylon nets for the STOC Program Le Champ du Feu, Bas Rhin, France Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050617

Picture No. 11050617
Greenfinch feeding on sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) late Summer Biosphere Reserve Schwaebische Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050616

Picture No. 11050616
Greenfinch feeding on sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) late Summer Biosphere Reserve Schwaebische Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050614

Picture No. 11050614
Greenfinch feeding on sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) late Summer Biosphere Reserve Schwaebische Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050615

Picture No. 11050615
Greenfinch feeding on sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) late Summer Biosphere Reserve Schwaebische Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050613

Picture No. 11050613
Greenfinch feeding on sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) late Summer Biosphere Reserve Schwaebische Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050612

Picture No. 11050612
Greenfinch feeding on sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) late Summer Biosphere Reserve Schwaebische Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050576

Picture No. 11050576
European Goldfinch - male on faded sunflower (Helianthus annuus) late summer Biosphere Reserve Schwaebische Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050575

Picture No. 11050575
European Goldfinch - male on faded sunflower (Helianthus annuus) late summer Biosphere Reserve Schwaebische Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 11050544

Picture No. 11050544
Common Chaffinch male feeding on sunflower seeds late Summer Biosphere Reserve Schwaebische Alb, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: The interior of Mr R G Halls bird aviary at Bexleyheath showing the birds

The interior of Mr R G Halls bird aviary at Bexleyheath showing the birds on their perches. 25 March 1938

Background imageFinches Collection: Scaly-breasted Munia (Lonchura punctulata) juvenile, with ring on leg, perched on grass stems

Scaly-breasted Munia (Lonchura punctulata) juvenile, with ring on leg, perched on grass stems, Mai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, December

Background imageFinches Collection: White-rumped Munia (Lonchura striata) adult, perched in citronella bush, Long Valley

White-rumped Munia (Lonchura striata) adult, perched in citronella bush, Long Valley, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, November

Background imageFinches Collection: Eurasian Linnet (Carduelis cannabina) flock, in flight over saltmarsh habitat, Norfolk, England

Eurasian Linnet (Carduelis cannabina) flock, in flight over saltmarsh habitat, Norfolk, England, November

Background imageFinches Collection: Common Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) adult female, perched on lichen covered twig, Norfolk

Common Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) adult female, perched on lichen covered twig, Norfolk, England, January

Background imageFinches Collection: European Greenfinch (Carduelis chloris) immature male, perched in conifer tree, Hale, Cumbria

European Greenfinch (Carduelis chloris) immature male, perched in conifer tree, Hale, Cumbria, England, May

Background imageFinches Collection: Eurasian Bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula) adult male, looking over shoulder, perched on dead branch

Eurasian Bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula) adult male, looking over shoulder, perched on dead branch, Hale, Cumbria, England, May

Background imageFinches Collection: Common Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) adult male, perched on mossy stump, West Yorkshire, England

Common Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) adult male, perched on mossy stump, West Yorkshire, England, December

Background imageFinches Collection: Lavender Waxbill (Estrilda caerulescens) adult female, perched on twig, Mole N. P. Ghana, February

Lavender Waxbill (Estrilda caerulescens) adult female, perched on twig, Mole N. P. Ghana, February
Lavender Waxbill (Estrilda caerulescens) adult female, perched on twig, Mole N.P. Ghana, February

Background imageFinches Collection: Twite (Acanthis flavirostris) adult male, non-breeding plumage

Twite (Acanthis flavirostris) adult male, non-breeding plumage, feeding on Glasswort (Salicornia sp. ) seeds, Norfolk
Twite (Acanthis flavirostris) adult male, non-breeding plumage, feeding on Glasswort (Salicornia sp.) seeds, Norfolk, England, January

Background imageFinches Collection: Twite (Acanthis flavirostris) flock, non-breeding plumage, in flight over saltmarsh, Norfolk

Twite (Acanthis flavirostris) flock, non-breeding plumage, in flight over saltmarsh, Norfolk, England, December

Background imageFinches Collection: Eurasian Siskin (Carduelis spinus) adult male, perched on Elder (Sambucus nigra) twig

Eurasian Siskin (Carduelis spinus) adult male, perched on Elder (Sambucus nigra) twig, Staffordshire, England, March

Background imageFinches Collection: Parrot Crossbill (Loxia pytyopsittacus) adult female, perched on twig, Norfolk, England, February

Parrot Crossbill (Loxia pytyopsittacus) adult female, perched on twig, Norfolk, England, February

Background imageFinches Collection: Red Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra poliogyna) North African subspecies, adult male

Red Crossbill (Loxia curvirostra poliogyna) North African subspecies, adult male, perched on pine branch, Morocco, November

Background imageFinches Collection: Red-cheeked Cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus bengalus bengalus) adult male, standing on ground, Mole N. P

Red-cheeked Cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus bengalus bengalus) adult male, standing on ground, Mole N. P. Ghana, February
Red-cheeked Cordon-bleu (Uraeginthus bengalus bengalus) adult male, standing on ground, Mole N.P. Ghana, February

Background imageFinches Collection: Twite (Acanthis flavirostris) flock, in flight over saltmarsh, Thornham, Norfolk, England, November

Twite (Acanthis flavirostris) flock, in flight over saltmarsh, Thornham, Norfolk, England, November

Background imageFinches Collection: White-vented Euphonia (Euphonia minuta humilis) adult female, perched on twig, Altos del Maria

White-vented Euphonia (Euphonia minuta humilis) adult female, perched on twig, Altos del Maria, Panama, October

Background imageFinches Collection: Tawny-capped Euphonia (Euphonia anneae rufivertex) adult male, perched on twig, Rio Indio, Panama

Tawny-capped Euphonia (Euphonia anneae rufivertex) adult male, perched on twig, Rio Indio, Panama, October

Background imageFinches Collection: Fulvous-vented Euphonia (Euphonia fulvicrissa fulvicrissa) adult male, feeding in fruiting tree

Fulvous-vented Euphonia (Euphonia fulvicrissa fulvicrissa) adult male, feeding in fruiting tree, Canopy Tower, Panama, November

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Picture No. 10848523
Sharp-beaked Ground Finch - feeding off a live Masked Booby (Geospiza difficilis) Date:

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Picture No. 10848497
Galapagos Sharp-beaked Ground Finch - on cactus (Geospiza difficilis) Date:

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Picture No. 10777715
Chaffinch - adult male having wing measured (Frigilla coelebs) Date:

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Picture No. 10883357
Small Ground Finch - One of Darwin's Finches (Geosspiza fuliginosa) Date:

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Picture No. 10883358
Small Ground Finch - One of Darwin's Finches (Geosspiza fuliginosa) Date:

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Picture No. 10883355
Large Ground Finch - One of Darwin's Finches (Geosspiza magnirostris) Date:

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Picture No. 10883327
Medium Ground Finch - One of Darwin's Finches (Geosspiza fortis) Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 10863694

Picture No. 10863694
Bullfinch - Male perched on tree in garden (Pyrrhula pyrrhula) Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 10863681

Picture No. 10863681
Siskin - Perched on branch. (Carduelis spinus) Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 10863673

Picture No. 10863673
Goldfinch - On bird table. (Carduelis carduelis) Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 10947798

Picture No. 10947798
Goldfinch - perched on frosty tap Cornwall, UK. Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 10947539

Picture No. 10947539
American / Eastern Goldfinch - at bird feeder Minnesota, USA. Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 10947054

Picture No. 10947054
Rose-breasted Grosbeak - feeding at backyard bird feeder filled with safflower - August USA. Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 10922223

Picture No. 10922223
Yellow Canaries - with Scaly-feathered Finches (Sporopipes squamifrons) drinking at waterhole. Kalahari Desert, South Africa. (Serinus flaviventris). Date:

Background imageFinches Collection: Picture No. 10899833

Picture No. 10899833
Chaffinch - male singing on Hawthorn Blossom (Fringilla coelebs) Date:




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"Exploring the Evolutionary Journey of Finches: A Tribute to Darwin" In his groundbreaking studies on the Galapagos Islands, Charles Darwin observed a remarkable variety that would forever change our understanding of evolution. These tiny birds, known for their diverse beak shapes and feeding habits, played a pivotal role in shaping Darwin's evolutionary tree. One captivating image showcases a male Bullfinch perched delicately on a blossom during the vibrant spring season. The colors blend harmoniously as nature awakens around him, symbolizing new beginnings and the cycle of life. Another snapshot captures a heartwarming scene—a devoted pair of Bullfinches tending to their nest filled with young ones. Their unwavering dedication reminds us of the importance of nurturing and protecting future generations. Traveling across continents, we encounter a mesmerizing Goldfinch amidst Blackthorn blossoms in Hertfordshire, England. This delicate bird perfectly embodies grace and elegance against nature's picturesque backdrop. However, not all encounters are peaceful. In Lower Saxony, Germany, two male birds engage in an aerial battle—the Greenfinch and Bullfinch locked in fierce competition for territory or mates, and is an awe-inspiring display of strength and determination within the avian world. The enchantment continues as we witness Goldfinches gracefully perched upon blossoming branches—an exquisite sight that epitomizes beauty intertwined with nature's bounty. Whether it be France or Bedfordshire in the UK, these charming creatures find solace among blooming flowers while indulging in nourishing teasels. As we delve deeper into this avian realm, Siskins and Redpolls make an appearance at Niger bird seed feeders—showcasing how humans have become guardians ensuring their survival even amidst changing landscapes like New Forest in Hampshire. Lastly but certainly not least is the striking Black-headed Gouldian Finch—a pair radiating vibrancy through their colorful plumage.