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Common Nightingale

Luscinia megarhynchos

About this species

Native to Europe, the Common Nightingale thrives in forest habitats and belongs to the Muscicapidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.

The Common Nightingale is part of the order Passeriformes and the Muscicapidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.

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