European Goldfinch

Carduelis carduelis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Fringillidae

About

The European goldfinch or simply the goldfinch is a small passerine bird in the finch family that is native to the Palearctic zone in Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia. It has been introduced to other areas, including Australia, New Zealand, Uruguay and the United States.

Fun Fact

European goldfinches are one of the few birds that can extract seeds from teasel heads, using their long, fine beaks like tweezers — a feeding niche no other common European finch can exploit.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Open woodlands and gardens

Diet

Granivore

Lifespan

3-5 years

Threats

Wildfire
Deforestation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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