Woodland birds

The Wyre Forest is an important habitat for woodland birds. Many species are resident all the year round. Several species arrive from the south to breed in the summer months, including Willow Warblers, Wood Warblers, Chiffchaffs, Garden Warblers, Whitethroats, Lesser Whitethroats, Tree Pipits, Swallows, Swifts, House Martins, Sand Martins, Cuckoos, Pied Flycatchers, Spotted Flycatchers, Redstarts, and Turtle Doves. The last 5 species have been seen much less frequently in recent years.

During the winter months, migrant birds arrive to feed from the north, including Crossbills, Siskins, Redpolls, Fieldfares and Redwings.

Published 29th August 2011 at 12:06 pm