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Common blackbird

Turdus merula

Common blackbird (Turdus merula)Common
Birdomnivore

The blackbird is a sleek thrush found across Europe, western Asia, and North Africa. Known for its dark feathers and melodic song, it adapts well to different climates, sometimes staying put or migrating depending on the season.

  • Male blackbirds have glossy black feathers and bright yellow beaks.
  • They can be resident, partially migratory, or fully migratory.
  • Blackbirds have been introduced to Australia and New Zealand.
ForestUrbanFarmEuropeAsiaAfrica
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At a glance

Classification
Bird
Scientific name
Turdus merula
Habitat
Forest, Urban, Farm
Regions in this directory
Europe, Asia, Africa
Diet
omnivore
Relative size
small
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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