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Whinchat
Scientific name: Saxicola rubetra
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: SAXICOLIDAE
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 fields, open areas
Description:
The whinchat is a small passerine bird found primarily in meadows, cultivated fields, and open areas across Europe and Asia. It is easily recognized by its brown and beige plumage, orange chest, and white markings on its head. This small bird primarily feeds on insects, which it catches by flying or by perching to observe its surroundings. The whinchat is also known for its territorial behavior and distinctive song.
Recommended lens:
>=600 mm
Photography tips:
Photograph the whinchat using a telephoto lens to capture its movements and behaviors in flight or when perched. 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 it sings or interacts with its surroundings.
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