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Wheatear
Scientific name: Oenanthe oenanthe
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: MUSCICAPIDAE
Group: Birds
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 20 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 01.04-31.10
Gestation: 180 à 220 jours
Births: 31.10-15.11
Habitat:
Meadows, cultivated lands, rocky areas
Description:
The wheatear is a small ground-dwelling bird found primarily in meadows, cultivated lands, and rocky areas across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It is easily recognized by its contrasting plumage, with a brown back, white belly, and a black head. This small bird is especially active and restless, often seen hopping on the ground in search of insects and small arthropods. It frequently perches on rocks or grasses to survey its surroundings.
Recommended lens:
>=600 mm
Photography tips:
Photograph the wheatear using a telephoto lens to capture its lively movements and foraging behavior on the ground. 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 a moment when the bird perches on a rock or bush to observe its surroundings.
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