Stonechats live on heathland all year round nesting on or near the ground in dense vegetation.
They are often seen perching on top of gorse, tall heather or bracken, and their call sounds like two stones being hit together, hence the name.
The males are bright and bold, with a blackish head, white half-collar and russet breast. The female will often be nearby, she is less colourful, without the white collar.
They are insectivorous birds eating caterpillars, flies, ants, moths and spiders.
In the summer you may be lucky enough to see a family party. The youngsters are spotted and streaky all over. They can have two or even three broods a year.
