Linnet Animal Pictures
Linaria cannabina
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Male common linnet sitting on flourishing tree twig with white flowers in spring stock photo Slovakia, Common Linnet, Linnet, Bird, Blossom Male common linnet, linaria cannabina, sitting on flourishing tree twig with white flowers in spring nature. Little song bird with red breast and brown body resting from front view with copy space.
Linnets are approximately 5 inches long and weigh between 0.5 to 0.75 ounces. They have a wingspan of 8.5 to 10 inches.
Male common linnet standing on green grass
Male linnets change color during mating season.
Female linnet in profile standing on gravel
Linnets lack the pinkish-red forehead and chest sported by the male.
An arial view of a linnet's nest with four light-blue eggs
Linnet's lay between 4 and 6 light blue eggs with dark streaking and spots
Female linnet with her juvenile chicks on a branch
Female linnets incubate their eggs alone for 11 to 13 days.