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Thursday, 28 March 2019

The wanderers have returned......

We have not seen a Greenfinch or a Goldfinch in months and suddenly they both turned up today.

European greenfinch, (Chloris chloris) male...

As above and I think female...

and another male.

European goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis)...

As above...

As above.

House sparrows (Passer domesticus) taking a bath. Just love the expression on the female's face while she is being splashed 😉



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15 comments:

  1. Marie Smith29 March 2019 at 03:06

    The finches are so pretty. Great shot of the sparrow.

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    1. Rhodesia29 March 2019 at 15:36

      I just loved the expression on the face of the sparrow 😊 Have a good weekend Diane

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  2. Betty J. Crow29 March 2019 at 13:39

    Beautiful finches! Birds have been scarce here all winter, but the past couple of weeks I've seen them coming back.

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    1. Rhodesia29 March 2019 at 15:37

      We have had masses of sparrows and tits over winter, but no finches which is unusual. Happy weekend Diane

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  3. Phil Slade29 March 2019 at 17:04

    Even Greenfinch and Goldfinch are partially migratory Diane. I think this may be signs of spring for you. Have great birding weekend.

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    1. Rhodesia30 March 2019 at 11:14

      We used to have them here for winter so it makes me wonder where they now go and perhaps the have a better restaurant than what I provide!! Hope your weekend is a good one Diane

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  4. Stewart M31 March 2019 at 08:28

    Wonderful pictures. We have both of these finches here as introduced species, but I down see them very often.

    Cheers - Stewart M _ Melbourne

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    1. Rhodesia4 April 2019 at 17:20

      You have so many beautidul birds in Australia why would anyone want to introduce new species!! Cheers Diane

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  5. Anni 31 March 2019 at 17:28

    Oh beautiful Diane! Of those you've photographed, we only see the sparrow! The finches are beautiful. I thank you for taking time to show us birders these photos & leaving a comment at I'd Rather B Birdin' today. Have a great birding week ahead!

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    1. Rhodesia4 April 2019 at 17:21

      Thanks Anni, not much birding going on, we seem to be extra busy and I am also not feeling so well with a very warning sore throat!! Hope you are well, Diane

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  6. The Yum List3 April 2019 at 07:49

    If both have returned it must be a sign that spring is in the air?

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    1. Rhodesia4 April 2019 at 17:23

      I wish, the weather keeps changing!! Cheers Diane

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  7. PerthDailyPhoto4 April 2019 at 12:34

    Your small birds are gorgeous Diane, love to see them here 💙

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    1. Rhodesia4 April 2019 at 17:25

      Thanks Grace for the visit and the comment. Hope all is well with you Diane

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  8. Tanza Erlambang4 April 2019 at 19:34

    European goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) so colorful.... very much pretty...

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