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Song thrush
Scientific name: Turdus philomelos
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: TURDIDAE
Group: Birds
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 20 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 01.01-31.12
Gestation: 200 à 250 jours
Births: 31.12-15.01
Habitat:
Forests, hedgerows, gardens
Description:
The song thrush is a passerine bird found primarily in forests, hedgerows, and gardens across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It is easily recognizable by its spotted plumage on the chest and belly, and its olive-brown back. This bird primarily feeds on earthworms, insects, and berries, and is particularly known for its powerful and melodious song, which varies depending on its location and the breeding season.
Recommended lens:
>=500 mm
Photography tips:
Photograph the song thrush using a telephoto lens to capture the details of its plumage and behavior, especially when it sings from a perch or in the vegetation. It is best to photograph early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the light is soft and the bird is more active. Be ready to capture moments when the thrush emits its melodious song.
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