Yesterday, while watching Redwings , a bird landed on the back of one of our outdoor chairs right underneath the kitchen window. It was bigger than a wagtail, but not as big as a blackbird.
It's back and head were sleek and a velvety dark to medium brown. The underneath appeared to be a yellowy beige colour. Dark slender legs. Quit a slender pointed beak.
unfortunately, it was only there for seconds and no time to grab the camera. I have looked all day in books and online to try and identify, with no success.
Can anyone help please?
Regards
Lesley
Fieldfare perhaps?
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Hmmm.... too small for a fieldfare, I wondered about maybe a female blackbird or a dunnock but we need more details guys :((
S
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Might be a first year Female/Male Blackbird as their feathers have odd colouration.
A young Blackbird can look like another bird all together.
Kathy and Dave
seymouraves said: Hmmm.... too small for a fieldfare, I wondered about maybe a female blackbird or a dunnock but we need more details guys :(( S
Thanks for your replies everyone. The bird I saw was small headed, There was a definite distinction in the colouring. Dark wings, back and head, almost like plain dark brown velvet. The underneath was almost yellow.No markings on wings.
To be honest, it looked like a swift/swallow/Martin in shape. I know they all migrate, so doubtful.
I'm hoping it will come back, but no sign of it today.