{"product_id":"dunnock-magnet","title":"Dunnock magnet – Backyard Heroes","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the dunnock (\u003cem\u003ePrunella modularis\u003c\/em\u003e), the most overlooked jewel of the European garden. With its modest grey-brown plumage, the dunnock is often ignored by most gardeners — but those who look and listen closely will discover one of Europe's most fascinating and complex garden birds. Its warm, warbling song fills the garden from early morning until late evening, and its social life is richer and more intricate than almost any other European garden bird. The \"hedge sparrow\" that isn't a sparrow — but much more interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis premium magnet features stunning wildlife photography that captures the subtle beauty and vivid expression of this underestimated garden guest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConservation Status: Least Concern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePopulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Widespread in Europe (stable in most regions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gardens, parks, hedges, and forest edges throughout Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMajor Threats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loss of dense hedges and thickets, overly tidy gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEcological Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insect predator, spider eater, and seed disperser in gardens and forest edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Has one of the most complex mating systems of all European garden birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFascinating Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dunnock has one of the most complex mating systems of all European birds — polygyny, polyandry, and even polygynandry all occur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDespite its name, the dunnock is not a sparrow but belongs to the accentor family (\u003cem\u003ePrunellidae\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt forages almost exclusively on the ground, scurrying through leaf litter in search of insects and seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts song — a rapid, warbling tune — can be heard all year round, even in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDunnock nests are so well hidden in dense bushes that they are rarely found\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey are present in Dutch gardens all year round — a loyal and reliable garden guest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to attract dunnocks to your garden?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant dense, low hedges and shrubs for cover and nesting opportunities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave leaf litter and ground cover for foraging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer food on the ground — seeds and mealworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate dense, tangled vegetation for nesting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive tidying — dunnocks love messy corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conservation\/backyard-rewilding-transform-your-garden-into-a-wildlife-haven\" title=\"Rewilding guide for your garden\"\u003eRead our complete rewilding guide for your garden →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe collaborate with organizations that make a real, measurable contribution to wildlife protection. Together, we are building a community of wildlife ambassadors — one magnet at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith the purchase of this magnet, we donate €2.00 to wildlife conservation – directly contributing to the preservation of the dunnock and its habitat.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart of our \u003cem\u003eBackyard Heroes\u003c\/em\u003e collection — transform your fridge into a tribute to the overlooked jewel of the European garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wildlifemagnet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64034832220509,"sku":"78x53-Dunnock","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/1073\/4912\/files\/image_78489f23-fc4e-4197-83d1-17c35a7134af.png?v=1774897638","url":"https:\/\/www.aquariumplantenshop.nl\/en\/products\/dunnock-magnet","provider":"Aquariumplantenshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}