Where is the Yellowhammer nest typically situated regarding height and cover?

Answer

Low down, often concealed in thick vegetation like dense brambles or low hedges

The female Yellowhammer constructs the nest almost single-handedly, placing it strategically low to the ground for concealment. The preferred location is within dense, protective vegetation, commonly utilizing thick brambles, bracken, or nestled deep within a thick, low hedge structure. This low placement offers substantial cover from aerial predators, although it simultaneously makes the nest vulnerable to disturbance from ground-level predators. The nest itself is a neatly woven, cup-shaped structure made primarily from fine grasses, rootlets, and moss, often finished with a lining of animal hair to ensure adequate insulation and provide a soft bed for the clutch of typically four to five eggs.

Where is the Yellowhammer nest typically situated regarding height and cover?
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