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Carduelis

Carduelis

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A group of small finches that includes goldfinches and siskins
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Goldfinches were originally placed in the genus Carduelis by early taxonomists.

Examples

  • The genus Carduelis is known for its vibrant goldfinches and siskins.

  • The Carduelis genus includes many colorful finches.

  • Some ornithologists debate the current classification of Carduelis species.

  • The genus Carduelis includes a variety of colorful finches found worldwide.

  • Did you know that Carduelis species are often found in gardens?

  • Ornithologists study Carduelis species to understand their breeding habits.

  • Many birdwatchers enjoy observing Carduelis finches at feeders during winter.

Compounds

Carduelis cannabina
  • Specialized
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A small finch with a red breast and forehead found in Europe

Carduelis carduelis
  • Specialized
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A small European bird with a red face and yellow-and-black wings

Carduelis flammea
  • Specialized
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A small northern bird like a finch with a red forehead and rosy breast that eats seeds

Carduelis hornemanni
  • Specialized
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A small finch with a red crown that lives in northern cold regions

Carduelis spinus
  • Specialized
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A small yellow and black finch with a thin sharp beak often seen in Europe and Asia

Surface Forms

Carduelis singular
Carduelises plural

Etymology

Carduelis comes from the Latin name for the goldfinch and is linked to carduus, which means 'thistle'. These small birds eat thistle seeds, so the name is used for the group of finches called Carduelis.