Paul O'Mahony "WALKING WITH BIRDSONG, WATER & LOUIS". #DecPodPoMo Day 3/31

Season 202412, Episode 3,   Dec 04, 06:56 PM

This episode was recorded on 3rd December 2024.
Common Winter Songbirds in Cork:

  1. Robin (Erithacus rubecula)

    • Song: Melodic and sweet, with varied phrases.
    • Active: Year-round, often one of the most vocal birds in winter.
  2. Blackbird (Turdus merula)

    • Song: Rich, flute-like notes, but may be less common as they sing more in spring and summer.
    • Calls: You might hear alarm calls or chatter rather than full songs.
  3. Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)

    • Song: Loud, complex, and surprisingly powerful for its size.
    • Active: Wrens often remain vocal even in winter.
  4. Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus)

    • Song: High-pitched, repetitive calls and chirps.
    • Active: Frequently heard flitting through trees.
  5. Great Tit (Parus major)

    • Song: Two-note "teacher-teacher" call and other variations.
    • Active: Vocal year-round.
  6. Song Thrush (Turdus philomelos)

    • Song: Repetitive phrases; often subdued in winter but occasionally heard.
    • Calls: Sharp "tic" calls.
  7. European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris)

    • Song: Complex mix of whistles, clicks, and mimicry.
    • Active: May sing from roosting spots.
  8. Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs)

    • Song: Cheerful, descending "chip-chip-cheerio" song, though less common in winter.
    • Calls: Sharp "pink-pink" calls are typical.
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