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Do Goldfinches Migrate

  • 15-07-2019 11:23AM
    #1
    Storm 10
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    Since I started to use Niger Seed and Sunflower hearts I have at least 30 Goldfinches waiting every morning for me to fill the feeders, I have heard that Goldfinches migrate and I was just wondering will they all go or will I have any left for the Winter, they are beautiful birds and lately I have got very close to one bird in particular who comes on his own and if I got out and walk slowly to the feeder he allows me to come within touching distance, I guess if I put seed on my hand he might just go the extra mile.

    This is what I found on a British Garden Bird website
    The goldfinch is a highly coloured finch with a bright red face and yellow wing patch. ... In winter many UK goldfinches migrate as far south as Spain.


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  • #2
    Mickeroo
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    I thought they stayed in Ireland all year round. Could be wrong though!


  • #3
    ytpe2r5bxkn0c1
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    They move about in search of food and join flocks in winter . They don't migrate, as in leave the country. They are fickle birds and will hang around a garden for long periods and then just move on.


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