The Wet Woodland Bird Survey
Song Thrush Turdus philomelos
Appearance | A medium-sized thrush with brown above, white neatly spotted with black
below and a creamy yellowish wash on the breast. Size:22-24cm High |
Voice | A variety of repeated phrases, chuk alarm call. |
Habitat | Gardens, heaths, woods and fields. |
Food | Worms, snails, insects and berries. |
Breeding Habits | 4-6 eggs in a neat cup-like nest in a tree or bush. Incubation takes 11-15 days and fledging takes 12-16 days. 2-3 broods per year; March-June. |
Location in Wet Woodland | This bird was heard only once, singing briefly just outside of the wet woodland.There is no reason why this species wasn't recorded inside the wet woodland area feeding or singing. |