Common Nightingale
NameCommon Nightingale
Common NameCommon Nightingale
Scientific NameLuscinia megarhynchos
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)24.5
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)22.5
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is largely plain brown on the upperparts, with a distinctive reddish-brown tail. The underparts are paler, a buffy-white, often with a faint streaking on the flanks. It has a relatively large dark eye.
Vocalization / CallFamous for its rich, varied, and powerful song, often heard at night. The song includes a wide range of whistles, trills, gurgling notes, and crescendo phrases, known for its beauty and complexity.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across much of Europe and southwest Asia, migrating to sub-Saharan Africa for the winter months.
Identifying Featuresplain brown plumage, reddish-brown tail, large dark eye, powerful and varied song
Description
The Common Nightingale is a small, rather plain brown bird renowned for its powerful and beautiful song. It typically forages in dense undergrowth, often remaining hidden while singing its complex melodies.
