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.

birds with beautiful songs: linnet
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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 common linnet standing on green grass
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Male linnets change color during mating season.

Female linnet in profile standing on gravel

Female linnet in profile standing on gravel
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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

An arial view of a linnet's nest with four light-blue eggs
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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 linnet with her juvenile chicks on a branch
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Female linnets incubate their eggs alone for 11 to 13 days.