Dunnock

dunnock bird sat on a tree in a garden

The Dunnock is a small, brown bird with a slender beak and a streaked breast, often seen creeping through undergrowth and singing a delicate, high-pitched song.

  • Dunnocks can be seen in the UK throughout the year, and are non-migratory birds that are most active during the breeding season from March to July.
  • Dunnocks are part of the Prunellidae family, which includes a small group of birds found in Europe and Asia, also known as accentors.

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