Sylviid Warblers in Berkshire

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Berkshire is home to five species of Sylviid warblers, ranging from the familiar Blackcap and Whitethroat to the scarcer Dartford Warbler found on the county's lowland heathlands. The mix of woodland, hedgerow, and heathland habitats across the county — from the Thames Valley to the heaths of east Berkshire — provides excellent opportunities to encounter these characterful songbirds throughout the warmer months and, in some cases, year-round.

Lesser Whitethroat
Lesser WhitethroatSmallest · 11cm
to
Whitethroat
WhitethroatLargest · 15cm
Ranges from the Lesser Whitethroat (11cm) to the Whitethroat (15cm)2 year-round residents
Blackcap

Blackcap

Sylvia atricapillaLC

A common year-round warbler found in woodlands, hedgerows and gardens. Increasingly overwinters in Berkshire, visiting feeders during cold spells.

Year-round

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F
M
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M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Dartford Warbler

Dartford Warbler

Curruca undataNT

A rare resident of lowland heathland, found on sites in the south and east of the county. Vulnerable to harsh winters but slowly recovering.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Garden Warbler

Garden Warbler

Sylvia borinLC

An uncommon summer breeder from April to August, favouring dense scrub and woodland with thick undergrowth. More often heard than seen.

Apr–Aug

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Lesser Whitethroat

Lesser Whitethroat

Curruca currucaLC

A scarce summer breeder arriving in April, favouring tall hedgerows and scrubby woodland edges. Its rattling song is distinctive but easily overlooked.

Apr–Sep

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F
M
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M
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J
A
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O
N
D
Whitethroat

Whitethroat

Curruca communisLC

An uncommon breeding visitor to hedgerows and scrubby farmland from April to September. Its scratchy, energetic song is a feature of rural lanes.

Apr–Sep

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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