Dunnock
Item image

Dunnock

Prunella modularis

Life Stage
Adult
Sex
Unknown
Wing Shape
Rounded
Tail Shape
Square
Plumage
Streaked
Bird FamilyPrunellidae
Family Common NameAccentors
SizeSmall (approximately 14 cm)
ColorGrey, Brown
Plumage DescriptionLead-grey head and breast with brown, heavily streaked upperparts.

Environment

Habitat Type
Urban / Suburban

Tracking & Conservation

Conservation Status
Least Concern (LC)

Added Details

The identification is based on the characteristic lead-grey face and chest paired with the streaked brown back. The fine, dark bill distinguishes it from a female House Sparrow.