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European Goldfinch in Australia
peterday

European Goldfinch in Australia (Carduelis carduelis)

Introduced into Australia in the 1860s as part of the drive to make the English settlers feel more at home, the Goldfinch is now widespread throughout south-eastern Australia.
Habitat
Grassland with weeds like thistles
Location
Browns Road, Callington, Adelaide
Date taken
31/08/2013
Scientific name
Carduelis carduelis
Equipment used
Canon EOS 50D with Canon EF 300mm f2.8L IS II USM + 2.0 extender

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Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
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