Cage & Aviary Birds

THE HAWFINCH: a Dutch perspective

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IN AUTUMN and winter, the chance to see a hawfinch in woodland is a highlight for any birdwatcher, writes Gary Bralsford. It’s a truly stunning finch and also the largest finch in the UK. Members of the birdkeeping fraternity love the challenge to keep, breed and show this beauty. On the OC Aviary Youtube channel you can see the excitement of C&AB contributor Oliver Crowther following his purchase of this species!

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