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Birdtober kicks off with the Gouldian finch

Original: Hello # birdtober # birdtober2026 ! L'oiseau du jour : le pinson gouldien ou "diamant de Gould". C'est John Gould qui lu

The Birdtober 2026 challenge is under way, with the Gouldian finch, or 'Lady Gouldian finch', chosen as the bird of the day. The species was named by 19th-century ornithologist John Gould in memory of his late wife. Native to Australia, the finch is known for its striking range of colours and its popularity as a cage bird.

Why now: The annual Birdtober bird-spotting challenge has just begun, prompting daily posts about different bird species.

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• Hello # birdtober # birdtober2026 ! L'oiseau du jour : le pinson gouldien ou "diamant de Gould". C'est John Gould qui lui a donné ce nom en mémoire de son épouse décédée. Ces oiseaux viennent d'Australie, et peuvent prendre diverses couleurs. Ils sont souvent pris comme oiseaux… · Lio57 · 7

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