Coccothraustes coccothraustes
Hawfinches are secretive and shy birds, which makes them quite difficult to spot although they are the largest member of the finch family here in the UK.
They have large, powerful dark beaks and feather colourings of oranges, browns, whites and dark detailing on the outer wing.
In recent years, traditional breeding areas have severely declined.
Their diets mainly consist of seeds, shoots and buds.
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