For many people, the appearance of bullfinches is a clear sign of the onset of winter. But where do these birds live in the summer?
In general, they are resident birds. During the winter period, they only migrate from the northern taiga, where the frosts are unbearable by their standards. But more often, these feathered creatures remain to winter in their homeland.
Where do the bullfinches go when warm weather arrives? They migrate to coniferous forests, where they breed from April to August, managing to lay 2 clutches of 5–7 eggs each. At the end of autumn, the fledged chicks, under the vigilant parental supervision, head to the cities. There, the air is warmer, and there is plenty to eat.
By the way, the red breast is only found in males. Females have gray-brown plumage, which makes them less attractive to predators.
