European Birds

Turdidae : Thrushes & Chats

Song Thrush

Turdus philomelos

Nottinghamshire, England - January 2011

Once an extremely abundant species throughout Britain, the Song Thrush, has undergone a massive decline in Britain, with populations dropping by over 70% in farmland habitats.

Lancashire, England - May 2003

Song Thrushes have a long breeding season lasting from March to August. In this time they will usually raise 2-3 broods, each consisiting of 3-5 chicks.

Lancashire, England - May 2003