Common Linnet song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Common Linnet, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

A rapid, varied, and melodious jumble of trills, twitters, and whistles, often incorporating mimicry of other birds. It's a pleasant, rambling song, often delivered from a prominent perch or in a display flight. Described as 'twee-twee-twee, churr-churr-churr, tit-tit-tit'.

Calls

Common calls include a distinctive, dry 'chitt-itt-itt-itt' or 'churr-churr-churr', often given in flight or when disturbed. Also a softer 'tsooeet' contact call.

When they vocalize

Most vocal during the breeding season (spring and early summer), but calls can be heard year-round, especially when flocks are foraging.

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