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Northwest [[Europe]], western [[Russia]]. There is also a small population in [[Scotland]]. | Northwest [[Europe]], western [[Russia]]. There is also a small population in [[Scotland]]. | ||
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Breeds and winters in coniferous plantations and woodlands. | Breeds and winters in coniferous plantations and woodlands. | ||
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Photo by hages
- Loxia pytyopsittacus
Identification
Large thick bill, lower mandible is angled. Flattish crown
Males - red or orange in colour
Females - green or yellow.
Distribution
Northwest Europe, western Russia. There is also a small population in Scotland.
Taxonomy
Habitat
Breeds and winters in coniferous plantations and woodlands.
Behaviour
Diet
Almost exclusively feed on conifer cones, the crossed bill helps in extracting the seeds.
Vocalisation
<flashmp3>Loxia pytyopsittacus (song).mp3</flashmp3>
Listen in an external program
References
- Wikipedia
- Collins Pocket Guide to British Birds 1966
- Collins Field Guid 5th Edition
