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Common Blackbird (Turdus merula) in a Beautiful Side Portrait Royalty Free Stock Photo

Close-up side shot of Common blackbird Turdus merula standing on dry pine needles. Isolated on blurred background Royalty Free Stock Photo

Blackbird on the side of the road in June. The common blackbird, Turdus merula, is a species of true thrush. Berlin, Germany Royalty Free Stock Photo

Common Blackbird (Turdus merula) in a Beautiful Side Portrait

Turdus merula, commonly known as the Common Blackbird, is a medium-sized passerine bird in the thrush family, Turdidae. Adult males are notable for their sleek black plumage, bright yellow eye-ring, and orange-yellow bill, while females and juveniles exhibit a more subdued brownish color with streaked underparts. Found across Europe, Asia, and North Africa, this adaptable species inhabits diverse environments such as woodlands, gardens, and urban areas. The Common Blackbird is renowned for its melodious and varied song, which serves both as a territorial call and a mating display. It primarily feeds on insects, earthworms, fruits, and berries, and is known for its resourceful foraging behavior.