Common Blackbird

Turdus merula

Explore the Common Blackbird (Turdus merula) species record in The Ark Is Earth, including classification, habitat, distribution, conservation information, and sources.

Summary

The Common Blackbird is a thrush native to European gardens, parks, and woodland, including Germany and Italy. It forages on the ground for invertebrates and fruit and is known for its rich song, helping disperse seeds as it feeds. It is listed as Least Concern.

Classification in this archive

Animals › Chordates › Birds › Passeriformes › Turdidae › Turdus

Habitat and distribution

Habitat: gardens, woodland
Regions in this record: Europe, Germany, Italy

Conservation field in this record

Least Concern

Demonstration note

[DEMO] Common blackbirds often forage on the ground.