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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

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.

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Male common linnet standing on green grass

Male common linnet standing on green grass

Male linnets change color during mating season.

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Female linnet in profile standing on gravel

Female linnet in profile standing on gravel

Linnets lack the pinkish-red forehead and chest sported by the male.

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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

Linnet's lay between 4 and 6 light blue eggs with dark streaking and spots

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Female linnet with her juvenile chicks on a branch

Female linnet with her juvenile chicks on a branch

Female linnets incubate their eggs alone for 11 to 13 days.

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Shutterstock ID: 2669523957, Photographer: Jenny Kurka

Male Common Linnet with Red Breast Perched in Foliage
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Male common linnet standing on green grass

Linnet

Linaria cannabina

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