Chaffinch Common (Fringilla coelebs) male introduced – Cape West South Africa

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Chaffinch Common (Fringilla coelebs) male introduced – Cape West South Africa

Apparently the Common Chaffinch was introduced from England by Cecil John Rhodes when Prime Minister of Cape Province in 1890-96.

  • Species:Common Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs)
  • Bird Type:Male - introduced
  • FamilyFinches (Fringillidae)
  • Date Taken20150125
  • Location:Tokai Forrest
  • Area:Cape Town
  • Country:South Africa
  • Region:All Africa South of Sahara
Photo File Ref: BOA73807a Chaffinch Common (m) 2 Tokai Forrest Cape Town RSA Jan15 PH1_8556
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