The common firecrest, also known as the firecrest, is a very small passerine bird in the kinglet family. It breeds in most of temperate Europe and northwestern Africa, and is partially migratory, with
A temporarily stunned adult male found on a pavement in Lille, France. The pattern on its head is seen clearly.
Cork woodland is favoured for breeding.
Singing with crest displayed in a hazelnut tree. Capranica, Italy.