Uncommon Birds in Derbyshire
50 species matching this filter.
Derbyshire supports a diverse range of uncommon bird species across its varied landscapes, from the moorlands of the Peak District to the reservoirs, river valleys, and woodlands of the lowlands. Around 50 species are classified as uncommon in the county, including notable birds such as Cetti's Warbler, Common Redstart, Goldeneye, and European Green Woodpecker. These species reward patient observers who explore the county's rich mosaic of habitats throughout the year.
Showing 47–50 of 50 species
Water Rail
Rallus aquaticusLC
An uncommon and secretive resident of reedbeds and marshy margins. More often heard squealing from dense cover than seen in the open.
Year-round
Wheatear
Oenanthe oenantheLC
An uncommon summer breeder on the gritstone edges and upland pastures of the Peak District, arriving from March and departing by October.
Mar–Oct
Whitethroat
Curruca communisLC
An uncommon summer visitor breeding in hedgerows and scrubby margins, often singing from exposed perches in the lowland farmland areas.
Apr–Sep
Yellowhammer
Emberiza citrinellaLC
An uncommon but distinctive resident of lowland farmland hedgerows, singing its 'little-bit-of-bread-and-no-cheese' song in spring.
Year-round