wren
The Eurasian Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes) is a very small bird with a very strong voice.
Americans might recognize this bird as similar to their Winter Wren or Pacific Wren, those used to be considered sub-species of the Eurasian Wren but in 2010 (based on vocalizations and genetics) they were split into three species.
This one was photographed in August in Amsterdam.

You’ve even captured a sparkle in the eye…beautiful!! ๐
October 18, 2015 at 5:34 PM
That’s the future prince, a twinkle in his father’s eye. ๐
October 19, 2015 at 12:17 AM
The royal reference might have surprised you. It’s just that the wren’s German common name is king of the fence (Zaunkรถnig). ๐
October 21, 2015 at 8:08 PM
Thanks for explaining, now I get it! ๐
November 7, 2015 at 3:02 PM
Thanks Suzy! ๐
November 7, 2015 at 3:01 PM
Amazing little creature you captured. Love the details in this one.
October 19, 2015 at 3:29 AM
Thanks Mary! ๐
November 7, 2015 at 3:02 PM
One of my favourite little birds Camilla. They live in my hedge and I often sit watching them. ๐
October 19, 2015 at 9:12 AM
I’d love to visit your garden, Adrian! Seems to be a nice birdwatching spot. ๐
November 7, 2015 at 3:03 PM
Great shot, and I love the description “a very small bird with a very strong voice…” I tend to like those best ๐
November 7, 2015 at 10:10 AM
Thanks Randall! ๐ Same here.
November 7, 2015 at 3:03 PM