Blackbird singing

According to a survey, the species is now second on the RSPB’s list of most-spotted garden birds – its highest position since the poll began in 1979.

Turdus merula The Common Blackbird is a regular and highly visible inhabitant of gardens. Males sing during early spring mornings. Their flight and alarm calls are easily detected. […]

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Blackbird singing in the dead of night...

The female blackbird singing at the end of the garden

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