S202412 Ep3: 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:

1. Robin (Erithacus rubecula)
   
   
   • Song: Melodic and sweet, with varied phrases.
   • Active: Year-round, often one of the most vocal birds in winter.
2. 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.
3. Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes)
   
   
   • Song: Loud, complex, and surprisingly powerful for its size.
   • Active: Wrens often remain vocal even in winter.
4. Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus)
   
   
   • Song: High-pitched, repetitive calls and chirps.
   • Active: Frequently heard flitting through trees.
5. Great Tit (Parus major)
   
   
   • Song: Two-note "teacher-teacher" call and other variations.
   • Active: Vocal year-round.
6. Song Thrush (Turdus philomelos)
   
   
   • Song: Repetitive phrases; often subdued in winter but occasionally heard.
   • Calls: Sharp "tic" calls.
7. European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris)
   
   
   • Song: Complex mix of whistles, clicks, and mimicry.
   • Active: May sing from roosting spots.
8. Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs)
   
   
   • Song: Cheerful, descending "chip-chip-cheerio" song, though less common in winter.
   • Calls: Sharp "pink-pink" calls are typical.

Source:  ChatGPT.