Perched on a rooftop, it hurls out its song like a challenge. Nervous, constantly agitating its tail, it is shy and will often fly off.
MORPHOLOGY / FLIGHT
Length : 15cm – weight: 14-20 g – longevity: 8 years
Flutters against walls, lands often, skilled on the ground.
HABITAT
Originating in mountainous areas, it can be found in the countryside or the town.
FOOD
Insects, soft fruit (berries) in autumn.
NEST
The nest is often situated in a cavity, or anywhere which enables it to build a nest out of dry grass.
Lays 4-6 eggs, incubation period 13 days.
STATUS
Protected species
MIGRATION
Partially migratory
North Africa
Continental Europe
PRESENCE
March - April - May - June - July - August - September - October
BECOMING
Widespread in France
SIZE : Small
Hear the song from the cd "Écouter pour voir les oiseaux" : Merci au CORIF (Centre ornithologique Île-de-France) pour la mise à disposition des enregistrements. http://www.corif.net/
Read more on Oiseaux.net: http://www.oiseaux.net/oiseaux/rougequeue.noir.html
Have a very nice walk
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