Thrushes in Berkshire
6 species matching this filter.
Berkshire's mix of ancient woodland, river valleys, and open farmland provides excellent habitat for six species of thrush. From the familiar Blackbird and Song Thrush found in gardens and hedgerows across the county, to winter visitors like Fieldfare and Redwing that flock to berry-laden hedges, there is plenty to discover. For a broader overview of this much-loved bird family, see our Thrushes In The UK (Complete Guide with Pictures).
Blackbird
Turdus merulaLC
One of Berkshire's most familiar garden birds, present year-round. Males sing richly from rooftops and treetops from late winter onwards.
Year-round
Fieldfare
Turdus pilarisLC
An uncommon winter visitor from October to April, often seen alongside Redwings in open fields and berry-laden hedgerows across the county.
Oct–Apr
Mistle Thrush
Turdus viscivorusLC
An uncommon but widespread resident of parkland, playing fields and open woodland. Often sings from tall treetops even in midwinter.
Year-round
Redwing
Turdus iliacusNT
A common winter visitor from Scandinavia, present from October to April. Feeds on berries in hedgerows and forages on open fields in flocks.
Oct–Apr
Ring Ouzel
Turdus torquatusLC
A rare spring passage migrant, occasionally pausing on downland or open ground in April. Easily confused with Blackbird but note the pale breast crescent.
Apr
Song Thrush
Turdus philomelosLC
A common resident of gardens, parks and woodland, often heard singing from early spring. Numbers have declined nationally but it remains widespread here.
Year-round