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Quick facts:
Latin name: Fringillidae
Type: bird
Diet: herbivore
Average lifespan: 5 to 10 years
Size: (3-6 in.)
Weight:10-35 grams, average 20 gr.
Group name: A charm, trembing, trimming of finches

Finch is the common name of a family of more than 120 species of perching birds called fringilliadae, which is the largest family of birds. They are seed eating songbirds. Finches thrive thanks to their adaptability and can be found in almost any habitat on earth. These birds have a bouncing flight with alternating bouts of flapping and gliding on closed wings, and most sing well. Their nests are basket-shaped and built in trees. In addition to spreading plant seeds through their waste, finches also destroy weed seeds and may consume harmful insects.

Finch video.

What does a Finch look like?
A finch is a small bird. There are several different types of finches. The male finches are very colorful, often with reds, yellows, and other bright colors. The females often are less colorful than the males. A finch is a very tiny bird. Their plume is usually a brown or gray color. Some species of finches have blue or red feathers. Members of the finch family range from about 4 inches (10 cm) to about 10 inches (25 cm) in length. The males of many species are known for their beautiful songs. There is such a wide variety of finches! Finches are mostly quiet birds, there are some that have a song, and most are very active.

Where does the Finch live?
Finches can be found on every continent except for Australia and Antarctica. Finches thrive in temperate climates, and can also be found in desert, mountain, tropical and even subarctic biomes. Finch birds can be found in gardens and on farms. They like areas with many trees.

What does a Finch eat?
The diet of the Finch consists primarily of plant food, although they will eat a few insects and feed them to their young in Spring. The Finch's natural diet is weed seeds and occasionally fruit. They will regularly extract seed from winter berries.

Did you know about these Finch facts?

It is one of the smallest birds on Earth and belongs to the largest bird family.
The house finch has two color varieties in Honolulu, Hawaii where they were also introduced. Found there are the red head and yellow finches.The yellow color is said to be an effect of physiological stress and improper diet.