Five songs to listen for at Content Rising 2025

Song Thrush

The Song Thrush has a very varied song, but the ‘repeat and switch’ pattern, delivered from a high perch, usually gives it away.

Wren

The various calls of the Wren can be heard in almost every kind of habitat, and the song is a staple of woodland in spring.

Chaffinch

Much scarcer than they used to be, but still common in the woodland around Wakehurst. The song is like a ball being thrown down wide steps.

Firecrest

Firecrests are unmistakable if you get a good look, but it’s much easier to see them when you know the song and the calls. High pitched!

Nuthatch

Nuthatches make all kinds of noises. The insistent ‘dweep dweep’ call helps us find these dynamic treehuggers.