- Sylvia melanocephala
Identification
Male - grey back, white underparts, black head, white throat and red eyes. Female- mainly brown above and buff below, with a grey head.
Distribution
Taxonomy
Habitat
Open country and cultivation.
Behaviour
It builds its nest in low shrub or brambles, and 3-6 eggs are laid.
The diet includes insects, but it will also take berries and other soft fruit.
Bird Song
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Listen in an external program
