Passeritike

Passeritike, also known as the European goldfinch, is a small passerine bird native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It is a common sight in gardens and parks, often seen in flocks. The passeritike is easily recognizable by its bright yellow plumage, with a black cap and a black stripe through the eye. It has a short, conical bill and a long, forked tail.

The passeritike is a seed-eater, feeding on a variety of seeds, including those from thistles, sunflowers, and dandelions. It also eats insects and spiders, which it catches by gleaning from the ground or by hawking from a perch. The passeritike is a territorial bird, with males defending their feeding territories from other males.

The passeritike breeds from April to July, with the female building a cup-shaped nest in a tree or bush. She lays 4-6 eggs, which she incubates for about 12 days. The chicks are fed by both parents and fledge after about 14 days.

The passeritike is a migratory bird, with populations in northern Europe and Asia moving south for the winter. It is a common bird in many parts of its range, and is not currently considered threatened. However, habitat loss and climate change could potentially impact its populations in the future.