Bird feeder guest - siskin

Photo: Arne Ader
Translation: Liis
 
Siskins.
 
  Siskin
Siisike
 Carduelis spinus    
 
The crown, chin and back of the female are grey with black streaks. Juveniles look similar to the females, just a little bit more yellow and heavily streaked.

The crown and chin of the male are black, the back greenish with narrow dark stripes. Cheeks, breast and rump area are yellowish-green.

The winter number of siskins has varied widely from year to year

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