Redpoll Bird on The Nyjer Feeder - Redpolls

Redpoll Bird on The Nyjer Feeder - Redpolls

The Mealy Redpoll is a small finch. It is larger and paler than the very similar lesser redpoll. It is streaky brown above and whitish below with black streaks. It shows two white lines on the folded wing. It does not breed in the UK, but is a passage migrant and winter visitor, particularly to the east coast.

WHERE TO SEE THEM
There is a possibility of seeing this species on the east coast of Britain in the autumn or winter. Birds then move west in search of food, so can turn up in suitable habitat inland.
When to see them

WHAT THEY EAT
Small seeds from birch, alder and spruce, and insects.

Filmed in February 2010

Video Produced by Paul Dinning - Wildlife in Cornwall