Paul O'Mahony "WALKING WITH BIRDSONG, WATER & LOUIS". #DecPodPoMo Day 3/31

This episode was recorded on 3rd December 2024.Common Winter Songbirds in Cork: Robin (Erithacus rubecula) Song: Melodic and sweet, with varied phrases. Active: Year-round, often one of the most vocal birds in winter. Blackbird (Turdus merula) Song: Rich, flute-like notes, but may be less common as they sing more in spring and summer. Calls: You might hear alarm calls or chatter rather than full songs. Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes) Song: Loud, complex, and surprisingly powerful for its size. Active: Wrens often remain vocal even in winter. Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus) Song: High-pitched, repetitive calls and chirps. Active: Frequently heard flitting through trees. Great Tit (Parus major) Song: Two-note "teacher-teacher" call and other variations. Active: Vocal year-round. Song Thrush (Turdus philomelos) Song: Repetitive phrases; often subdued in winter but occasionally heard. Calls: Sharp "tic" calls. European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) Song: Complex mix of whistles, clicks, and mimicry. Active: May sing from roosting spots. Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs) Song: Cheerful, descending "chip-chip-cheerio" song, though less common in winter. Calls: Sharp "pink-pink" calls are typical. Source:  ChatGPT.