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Sylvia curruca

Photo by LeeDavis

Identification

Grey back, whitish underparts, a grey head with a darker mask through the eyes and a white throat.

Distribution

Europe, and in western and central Asia. Accidental to Alaska with one record.

Taxonomy

Habitat

Open country and cultivation, with large bushes for nesting and some trees.

Behaviour

Diet includes insects, berries and other soft fruit.

The nest is built in low shrub or brambles, and 3-7 eggs are laid.

Bird Song

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