Gammakiirte

Gammakiirte is a term used in some contexts, particularly in Sweden, to refer to the common chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs). This bird is a small passerine bird belonging to the finch family Fringillidae. It is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, and has been introduced to New Zealand and Australia. The chaffinch is a very common and widespread bird, often found in gardens, woodlands, and farmland.

The male chaffinch is brightly colored, with a blue-gray head, reddish-brown breast and cheeks, and a greenish back. Both sexes have distinctive white wing bars and a white outer tail. They are often seen in flocks, especially outside the breeding season. Their song is a well-known, cheerful warble, often described as a trill.

Gammakiirte, or chaffinches, primarily feed on seeds, buds, and insects. They are a common sight at bird feeders, where they will readily consume seeds and suet. During the breeding season, they build cup-shaped nests in trees and shrubs, laying a clutch of typically four to five eggs. The chicks hatch after about two weeks and fledge a further two weeks later. The chaffinch is a familiar and well-loved bird in many European countries, and its presence is often associated with spring and summer.