Plovers & Lapwings in East Riding of Yorkshire
6 species matching this filter.
The East Riding of Yorkshire supports 6 species of plovers and lapwings, drawn to the county's diverse mix of coastal mudflats, estuarine habitats along the Humber, and open farmland. The Northern Lapwing is a familiar sight across agricultural fields and wetlands, while passage migrants such as the Dotterel and Grey Plover add seasonal interest. The Spurn Peninsula and the Humber Estuary are particularly rewarding locations for observing both breeding and wintering plover species.
Dotterel
Eudromias morinellusLC
A rare passage migrant, occasionally stopping on arable fields in May and September. Remarkably tame, these 'trip' birds are eagerly sought.
May–Sep
Golden Plover
Pluvialis apricariaLC
Present year-round but most conspicuous in winter when large flocks gather on ploughed fields and lowland farmland across the East Riding.
Year-round
Grey Plover
Pluvialis squatarolaLC
An uncommon wader found mainly on the Humber mudflats and Spurn, most numerous in winter. Identified by its black 'armpit' patches in flight.
Year-round
Little Ringed Plover
Charadrius dubiusLC
An uncommon summer breeder from March to September, favouring gravel pits and reservoir margins. Distinguished from Ringed Plover by its yellow eye-ring.
Mar–Sep
Northern Lapwing
Vanellus vanellusNT
A common but declining resident, breeding on farmland and gathering in large winter flocks. Its tumbling display flight is a classic spring sight.
Year-round
Ringed Plover
Charadrius hiaticulaLC
A common resident breeding on shingle beaches and estuarine shores. Found year-round along the Holderness coast and Humber estuary.
Year-round