About the Eurasian Blackbird
The common blackbird is a species of true thrush. It is also known as the Eurasian blackbird, or simply the blackbird. It breeds in Europe, western Asia, and North Africa, and has been introduced to Australia and New Zealand. It has a number of subspecies across its large range; a few former Asian subspecies are now widely treated as separate species. Depending on latitude, the common blackbird may be resident, partially migratory, or fully migratory.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thrushes and Allies (Turdidae) |
| Species | Turdus merula |
| Species Codes | eurbla, EUBB, COBL, EUBL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Blackbird belong to?
The Eurasian Blackbird (Turdus merula) belongs to the Thrushes and Allies family (Turdidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Blackbird?
The common blackbird is a species of true thrush. It is also known as the Eurasian blackbird, or simply the blackbird. It breeds in Europe, western Asia, and North Africa, and has been introduced to Australia and New Zealand. It has a number of subspecies across its large range; a few former Asian s...
Where can I report a Eurasian Blackbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Blackbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurbla, or on iNaturalist.
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