: As omnivores, they feast on insects and earthworms but also have a clever side—they have been observed stealing snails from Song Thrushes that have already done the hard work of breaking the shells. 2. Identifying Other "Black Birds"
In many parts of the world, particularly the UK and Europe, the "Blackbird" refers specifically to Turdus merula , a member of the thrush family. black bird
: They are often seen hopping across lawns rather than running. Their mellow, flute-like song is a hallmark of the dawn chorus and inspired the famous Beatles song. : As omnivores, they feast on insects and
In North America, the term "blackbird" refers to a different family (Icteridae). Common species often confused with one another include: : They are often seen hopping across lawns
: Males are famously identified by their jet-black plumage paired with a striking orange-yellow beak and eye-ring. Females, however, are actually dark brown with subtle streaks on their breasts.