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Cuckoo - Male
David Attenborough introduces the male cuckoo.
David Attenborough narrates the first in a new series of short stories about our British birds inspired by their calls and songs, beginning with the Cuckoo. After spending winter in Africa, the migratory urge propels the Cuckoos northwards. And for many of us their return is a welcome sign that spring is well and truly here.
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Mon 1 May 202305:58
BBC Radio 4
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Cuckoo - Male
Duration: 01:29
Cuckoo - Male (Cuculus canorus)
Image courtesy of RSPB
Broadcasts
- Mon 6 May 201305:58BBC Radio 4
- Sun 12 May 201308:58BBC Radio 4
- Mon 12 May 201405:58BBC Radio 4
- Mon 11 Apr 201605:58BBC Radio 4
- Sun 17 Apr 201608:58BBC Radio 4
- Fri 21 Apr 201705:58BBC Radio 4
- Sun 21 Apr 201908:58BBC Radio 4
- Mon 1 May 202305:58BBC Radio 4
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