WebA very plain leaf warbler found in a variety of wooded and scrubby habitats, often near water. Best identified by voice: song is a slightly jerky double-noted chiff-chaff, chiff-chaff..., very different from song of the similar … WebCommon chiffchaff, lat. phylloscopus collybita, in flight and taking off from a branch. The common chiffchaf taking flight Nuthatch, Marsh Tit, Chiffchaff and Blue Tit in flight and... Nuthatch, Chiffchaff and Blue Tit …

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The male common chiffchaff is highly territorial during the breeding season, with a core territory typically 20 metres (66 feet) across, which is fiercely defended against other males. Other small birds may also be attacked. The male is inquisitive and fearless, attacking even dangerous predators like the stoat if they approach the nest, as well as egg-thieves like the Eurasian jay. His song, given from a favoured prominent vantage point, appears to be used to advertise an establ… WebKing's Meads nr Hertford [TL348138] 6+ Chiffchaff (Andy Day) Kinsbourne Green pit, 1 Yellow Wagtail (David Lyons) Kinsbourne Green pit, 2 Little Ringed Plover (David Lyons) ... Wilstone Res, 1 Common Sandpiper, in flight over water late evening (Ian Williams) Tring Reservoirs - Wilstone Res, 2 Bullfinch, a pair in the orchard (Lee Evans) indian ringneck parrot colors

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WebTheir flight is a bit jerky, and if you do see one perched, they rarely sit still, often wagging their tails and flicking their wings. You’ll sometimes see them fly out to catch insects from … WebSep 18, 2011 · 4 singing Nightingale, 1 singing Willow Warbler, several Chiffchaff, lots of displaying from the Greenfinches and constant company of Med Gulls at Canvey Wick early this morn. ... Seen in flight twice from W to E. Site first for me. Also 4 common tern, 2 med gull, 5 m sedge warbler, 20 Brent geese, 60 sum plum golden plover, 20 bar-wit, bearded ... WebWillow warblers and chiffchaffs are both very similar, olive-coloured warblers, so are best identified by their song: Chiffchaffs sing a distinctive 'chiff chaff chiff chaff'. Willow warblers have pale legs, while Chiffchaff legs are dark grey. Distribution A widespread summer visitor. Habitats Heathland and moorland Freshwater Farmland Wetlands indian ringneck parrot near me