When do dunnocks fledge

They are the only Accentor to live in lowland areas, all others live in upland and mountainous regions. The Dunnock's song is a pleasant surprise also; an unhurried sweet warble which can be confused with the Wren or Robin , but lacks the Wren's intensity and the Robin's sweetness. The main call is shrill, persistent "tseep", which often betrays its otherwise inconspicuous presence. The Dunnock is predominantly a ground feeder and feeds on insects, such as beetles and ants, and spiders, which it gleans from leaf litter, among plant roots, etc.

In the autumn and winter they will eat seeds and berries. Occasionally, especially in the winter months, Dunnocks have taken small seeds, such as peanut granules, and suet off or around the ground feeder table.

The Robin and Dunnock have similar diets. Consequently, in the winter when food is in short supply and Robins are defending their feeding territories, the Robin often chases the Dunnock away. True to their shy and timid nature, the dunnock's nest tends to be built within dense shrubs and hedges. Dunnock breeding typically begins in April. The incubation period of eggs tends to be between days, and then fledge days thereafter.

Dunnock eggs are around 19mm long and feature a glossy exterior sheen. After hatching, both parents are involved in the feeding of the young.

Interestingly, other dunnocks cooperate to feed young dunnocks. Dunnocks are a ground-feeding bird and enjoy snacking on insects such as ants, spiders and beetles. Over the Autumn months, you'll find seeds and berries make a perfect treat for dunnocks.

The dunnock, like most birds, loves a good grub, but will peck happily away at seeds too. Dunnocks, whether male or female, like to sow their seed! The little creature can be rather active, has highly complex breeding habits and will often be in multiple pairings at any one time.

The busy little creature will nest in the thick undergrowth of bushes, and will lay eggs, that incubate for days.

After days the little ones will fledge. Expect to see up to three brood from dunnocks; phew! The house sparrow - both are brown, small and sit in similar places. But the back streaking of the dunnock should help you separate the two. Join our email club to receive exclusive special offers and discounts.