Wren (Dreoilín), Dog Rose (Feirdhris), Blackberry (Dris) and Hedge Bindweed (Ialus Fáil)
Picture shows a Wren, Dog Rose, Blackberry and Hedge Bindweed
Original work carried out under contract to South Dublin County CouncilOriginal work carried out under contract to South Dublin County Council
Wren (Dreoilín), Dog Rose (Feirdhris), Blackberry (Dris) and Hedge Bindweed (Ialus Fáil)
Picture shows a Wren, Dog Rose, Blackberry and Hedge Bindweed
Original work carried out under contract to South Dublin County CouncilWren (Dreoilín), Dog Rose (Feirdhris), Blackberry (Dris) and Hedge Bindweed (Ialus Fáil)Wrens are a very common birds, that can be found in a range of habitats, from inner city parks to rural countryside. They are easily identified, as they are tiny bird with a round stumpy shape. Their tail is usually cocked and they have a brown/russet colour. Wrens have a very loud call, particularly when compared with their size. This picture illustrates how hedgerows contain many shrub species normally found on the woodland edge, such as Dog Roses, Elder, Hawthorn, Blackberry, Wild Cherry and Blackthorn. Dog Roses (Feirdhrís) are a wild rose. The fruit, known as hips, are rich in Vitamin C. Blackberry (Dris) is a thorny, hedgerow shrub. Blackbirds, warblers and other birds eat the berries and the seeds are a food source for seed-eating birds, such as finches.