The Linnet: Close Up HD Footage (Linaria cannabina)

Have you heard of Linnets? They're lovely little birds you might spot in the UK countryside. About the size of a sparrow, these birds have brown feathers, but the males stand out with their bright red chest and forehead. The females don't have this flashy colour, though.
Linnets are mad for seeds. They love eating them from plants like dandelions and thistles. You'll often see them in fields, hedgerows, and gorse bushes. They're quite social and like to gather in flocks, especially in winter.
These birds have a sweet, twittering song that's quite nice. They make their homes in thick bushes using bits of grass and moss. Both mum and dad Linnet help look after their 4-6 eggs and chicks.
Sadly, there aren't as many Linnets as there used to be. Farmers using more chemicals on crops has made it harder for them to find food. But people are trying to help by planting more wild areas for them.

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