FLOCKS of lesser redpolls are being seen in the region on the move through the snow and ice to find feeding areas in stands of birch or alders. They peck away at birch catkins or hang upside down to ...

The lesser redpoll (Carduelis cabaret) is a small, brown streaked finch with a distinctive red forehead, small black bib and, in breeding males - bright red chests. In 2001, the species was split into ...

Tweet of the Day is a series of fascinating stories about our British birds inspired by their calls and songs. David Attenborough presents the lesser redpoll. You can spot Lesser Redpolls hanging like ...