Chiff-chaff

The chiff-chaff ( Phylloscopus collybita ) is a Passereau of the family of the Sylviidés.

If its aspect is unknown of much, its song repetitive and stubborn “tsip tsip tsip…” is one of easiest to locate.

Characteristics

  • Length: 11 cm
  • Scale: 17-18 cm
  • Weight: 6-9 G
It is a day bird.

Distribution

Habitat

Parks timbered, large gardens, low lined.

Food

Insects, spiders in the foliage while threading flexibly.

Reproduction

Ovoid grass nest, very low in a bush or grasses. 5 to 6 eggs in one or two layings of in July April.

External bonds

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