Male Chaffinch

As Carole has said, foul day here today in the Shire. Took this picture this morning, been hoping for something better to come along, but alas it was not to be.

At first, given the brightness of his chest, I thought that this might be a Bullfinch, but I'm not sure that the head is right; Bullfinches have black head. So, checking out my handy RSPB Book of British Birds, I reckon this is a male Chaffinch, with brighter coloured feathers now that they're begining to pair up ready for the spring and the mating season. Of course, that could be rubbish.

Thank you for your views, comments and favs on yesterday’s offering. Much appreciated.

[Maggiemae]

Not rubbish at all - all males have to attract a female or they wouldn't look at them! Nice focus on him!

[John Sutton]

Nicely captured Phil 🙂

[KoalaGardens🐨]

lovely shot!

[Beryl Lloyd]

Such a plump little boy -- great shot !

[Suzanne]

Your feeding them too well Phil, He's a plump one

[Henri Russell]

Great focus on the fluffy bird.

[Richard Brown]

Definitely a male chaffinch. I've been watching our feeders today as it's the RSPB bird watching weekend but the most exotic thing I saw was a blue tit! Nice catch :)

[Babs]

He looks very well fed.

[Elisabeth Sæter]

Nice shot

[Milanie]

Nicely shot - like the tones with your grey skies.

[Valerie Chesney]

Beautiful colour of this plump bird, love his surroundings too.

[Gayle]

Wonderful capture of this good looking chaffinch! The green adds a special touch to the image. :-)

[Sue Cooper]

He’s extremely handsome. Great shot.

[Carole Sandford]

Well caught & he certainly did seem brighter than normal.