Common garden birds of the UK
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| Male Blackbird Males live up to their name but, confusingly, females are brown often with spots and streaks on their breasts. The bright orange- yellow beak and eye-ring make adult male blackbirds one of the most striking garden birds. The blackbird has a long tail and often hops along the ground with its tail up. It feeds on berries, scraps and apples, and searches for worms on the lawn. Credit: Sue Tranter, RSPB Images |
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| Female Blackbird One of the commonest UK birds, its mellow song is also a favourite, often described as the finest song of all British thrushes. It is extremely varied and complex with almost no repetition. The bird adds to its repertoire throughout its life by inventiveness, learning and mimicry. Credit: Chris Gomersall, RSPB Images |