Bird profile – Bullfinch (Phrrhula pyrrhula)
The bullfinch is a beautiful well known garden bird. Bullfinches are appreciated for their striking appearance and pleasant song. Their presence adds charm and beauty to gardens and woodlands, making them a joy to observe for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike.
What do Bullfinches look like?
The bullfinch is a medium-sized finch with a stout body and a relatively short tail. Male bullfinches have striking plumage, with a slate-grey back, a black cap, and a vibrant reddish-pink breast. The females have a similar body shape but with a more subdued plumage, featuring greyish-brown tones and a pale pinkish-buff breast.
Where do Bullfinches live?
You can find the bullfinch in woodlands, gardens, parks, and hedgerows. They are known to be quite adaptable and can thrive in both town and countryside environments.
What do Bullfinches like to eat?
Bullfinches love seed! We recommend High Energy Blend, this mix is perfect for your garden as it has a bit of everything! In addition to their diet bullfinches also occasionally like small insects during breeding season so help them out by putting out mini live mealworms.
Bullfinch facts
- The male bullfinch has a soft gentle song.
- Bullfinches are generally shy birds.
- Bullfinches can be found across Europe, Asia and parts of North Africa
- Bullfinches’ eggs are blue with reddish-brown speckles
You can do your bit for British wildlife - including the lovable Bullfinches - by putting out bird seeds and planting wildflowers in your garden!
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