Bird
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Size
10–11 cmSimilar to a Blue Tit but slimmer
Weight
6–9 gLighter than a 10p coin
Lifespan
2 years
Rarity
Common
M vs F
Sexes look identical — both are olive-brown above with yellowish-cream underparts
Habitat
Woodland with undergrowth, scrub, hedgerows, large gardens
Best time
March–October (some overwinter in SW England)
Conservation
UK: Green
LC
💡 Did you know?
The Chiffchaff is often the first migrant warbler to arrive in spring — its 'chiff-chaff' song is one of the most eagerly awaited sounds of the British countryside, signalling the end of winter
The Chiffchaff and Willow Warbler are nearly identical in appearance — the Chiffchaff is reliably identified by its dark legs (Willow Warbler has pale pink-flesh legs) and its persistent song
Often confused with
Willow Warbler (paler
flesh-coloured legs
longer wing point
descending song)
Goldcrest (smaller
bold crown stripe)
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