The Bullfinch is a chunky finch that looks as though it hasn't got a neck. Its colouring is distinctive. The male, as seen in the first 5 photos, has bright red underparts while the female, seen in photo 6 has greyish underparts. Photo 7 shows an immature bird.

Bullfinches tend to be seen singly, in pairs or in small groups. A pair tends to be faithful to each other at least for the breeding season.