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Willow warbler
Scientific name: Phylloscopus trochilus
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: PHYLLOSCOPIDAE
Group: Birds
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 20 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 01.03-31.10
Gestation: 200 à 250 jours
Births: 31.10-15.11
Habitat:
Forests, hedgerows, bushes
Description:
The willow warbler is a small migratory passerine bird found primarily in forests, hedgerows, and bushes across Europe and Asia. It is easily recognizable by its olive-green back and pale yellow belly. This bird is primarily insectivorous, feeding on insects it catches in the vegetation. It is often heard singing in the undergrowth, especially during migration, where it establishes its territory for breeding.
Recommended lens:
>=600 mm
Photography tips:
Photograph the willow warbler using a telephoto lens to capture its quick movements in the vegetation and its singing behavior. It is best to photograph early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the light is soft and the bird is more active. Be patient and ready to capture a moment when the bird sings in a bush or tree.
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