Blackbird

blackbird scurrying among flowers in the garden, looking for food in the grass

The Blackbird is a common garden bird with black plumage and a striking, bright yellow beak. It has a beautiful, melodic song and is often seen foraging for food on lawns and in flower beds.

  • Blackbirds can be seen in the UK all year round, and are most commonly spotted in gardens during the winter months when they come in search of food.
  • Blackbirds are part of the bird family Turdidae, which also includes other thrushes such as the song thrush and mistle thrush.

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