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Hawfinch – Coccothraustes coccothraustes

Hawfinch – Coccothraustes coccothraustes
The hawfinch has a total length of 16.5–18 cm, and its wingspan ranges from 29 cm to 33 cm. It weighs approximately 48–62 g.[clarification needed] Females are usually smaller and weigh less than males. It is a robust bird with a thick neck, large round head and a wide, strong conical beak with a metallic appearance. It has short pinkish legs with a light hue and it has a short tail. It has brown eyes. The males’ plumage is much more appealing than the females’. The overall colour is light brown, its head having an orange hue to it. Read more!

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