Hawfinch – The Woodland Jewel

This striking Giclée print captures the Hawfinch (Coccothraustes coccothraustes), a bird of quiet power and rare beauty. Its massive bill, soft chestnut body, bold black markings, and flashes of sapphire-blue on the wings give it a regal and unmistakable presence. Perched with poised strength on a bare branch, the hawfinch seems both elegant and formidable.

The Hawfinch is a secretive species, often concealed within the dense canopies of broadleaf woodlands, orchards, and mature parklands. Despite its size—the largest of the UK’s finches—it is rarely seen, preferring to move quietly among the treetops. Its formidable bill is perfectly adapted for cracking the hardest of seeds and cherry stones, a testament to its unique niche in the woodland ecosystem.

During winter, hawfinches may gather in small flocks, often near stands of hornbeam, beech, or yew, while in spring and summer they retreat to the shadows of leafy forests to breed. Their elusive nature makes any sighting a treasured moment for birdwatchers.

Reproduced with archival pigment inks on museum-quality fine art paper, this Giclée print offers lifelike colour depth and fine feather detail. Each piece is hand-signed and individually numbered by the artist, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

Poetic Note

In woodland shade the hawfinch hides,

With jewel-toned wings where silence bides.

A secret strength, both rare and grand,

A fleeting gem in nature’s hand.