Birds of Ireland: Chaffinch

A chaffinch's song lasts about three seconds and is repeated; it starts with buzzing notes, slows, descends into a jumble, and finally a flourish
Birds of Ireland: Chaffinch

Chaffinch (Rí rua / Fringilla coelebs)

Tue, 04 Feb, 2025 - 18:37
Jim Wilson and Mark Carmody

Chaffinch (Rí rua / Fringilla coelebs)

Chaffinches are around 14-16cm in length with a wingspan of 26cm. They live here all year around and are typically found in woodland, farmland, and gardens across the whole country.

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