There are 460 species of bird in Finland, although 7 of these
have not been seen since 1950. Thanks to Finland being the most
eastern country in Europe, and one of the most northern in the
world, there are a number of species rarely enountered anywhere
else in Europe, which makes Finland very popular with
birdwatchers everywhere. Those who make the trip come to see
Black and Great spotted woodpeckers; Pygmy, Great Grey, and
Snowy owls; White tailed and Golden eagles; Merlin; Pink footed
geese; Willow and Siberian tits; Black grouse and Capercaillie;
and many others that are rare elsewhere. There is an especially
large number of birds of prey, including some 23 types of kites,
hawks, and eagles, 9 types of falcon, 11 types of owl, and the
osprey. Finnish birders greet the spring with great enthusiasm,
with April and May being their busiest months as many migrants
return north, including Finland's national bird, the elegant
Whooper swan. Location, Location, Location: Finland is the most
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