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Blackcap
Scientific name: Sylvia atricapilla
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: SYLVIIDAE
Group: Birds
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 10 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 01.01-31.12
Gestation: 150 à 200 jours
Births: 31.12-15.01
Habitat:
Forests, hedgerows, gardens
Description:
The blackcap is a small passerine bird found primarily in forests, hedgerows, and gardens across Europe and Western Asia. It is easily recognized by its black head in the male (brown in the female) and its gray-olive plumage. This bird is an excellent singer, with a melodious song composed of trills and whistles. It feeds on small insects, berries, and seeds. Very discreet, it often goes unnoticed despite its frequent presence.
Recommended lens:
>=300 mm
Photography tips:
Photograph the blackcap using a telephoto lens to capture the details of its subtle plumage and discreet 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 discreet and patient, as although this bird is often heard, it can sometimes be hard to spot.
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