European Birds

Turdidae : Thrushes & Chats

Redwing

Turdus iliacus

Nottinghamshire, England - January 2011

Redwing has a distinctly northern distribution with the majority of the population breeding in Fennoscandia and Russia.  The current population is estimated to be around 16-21 million pairs and is thought to be generally quite stable.

Nottinghamshire, England - January 2011

In winter they migrate to western and southern Europe where they form large flocks, often in association with Fieldfares and other thrushes.

Nottinghamshire, England - January 2011

Nottinghamshire, England - January 2011