The stonechat is a bit smaller than the robin. Do you know how the bird gained its name? Well, this commonly seen little bird's call sounds like two stones hitting each other. But how much do you know about the bird that may be standing in your garden right now? Enjoy today's video to learn more about this little creature. 

Avian Legends

There are about 10,000 bird species in the world. Even though birds are part of our life and culture, we still know little about them. In this series, we explore the world of birds and find out how fascinating they are!

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