Uncommon Birds in East Riding of Yorkshire

76 species matching this filter.

All birds in East Riding of Yorkshire

The East Riding of Yorkshire supports a rich variety of uncommon bird species across its diverse landscapes, from the dramatic chalk cliffs of Flamborough Head and Bempton to the expansive wetlands of the Humber Estuary. With 76 species classified as uncommon in the region, birdwatchers can encounter notable finds such as Avocet on coastal lagoons, Arctic Jaeger passing offshore during autumn migration, and Barn Owl hunting over the rolling farmland of the Yorkshire Wolds. The mix of coastal, estuarine, and inland habitats makes this county a rewarding destination for those seeking birds beyond the everyday.

Goldcrest
GoldcrestSmallest · 8.5cm
to
Whooper Swan
Whooper SwanLargest · 165cm
Ranges from the Goldcrest (8.5cm) to the Whooper Swan (165cm)32 families represented55 year-round residents

Showing 1–23 of 76 species

Arctic Jaeger

Arctic Jaeger

Stercorarius parasiticusLC

An uncommon but regular sight offshore from summer through autumn, harassing terns and gulls. Best seen from Flamborough and Spurn.

Jun–Nov

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Arctic Tern

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaeaLC

Breeds in small numbers at coastal colonies from April. Passage birds are seen offshore at Flamborough and Spurn into autumn.

Apr–Oct

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Atlantic Puffin

Atlantic Puffin

Fratercula arcticaVU

Breeds on the Flamborough and Bempton cliffs from spring, with birds visible offshore into autumn. A much-loved sight at the colony.

Mar–Dec

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Avocet

Avocet

Recurvirostra avosettaLC

An uncommon but iconic resident, breeding at key Humber estuary sites. Elegant black-and-white waders that sweep their upturned bills through shallow water.

Jan–Nov

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Bar-tailed Godwit

Bar-tailed Godwit

Limosa lapponicaNT

An uncommon wader of the Humber estuary and Spurn, most numerous in winter and on passage. Feeds on mudflats with its distinctive upturned bill.

Year-round

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Barn Owl

Barn Owl

Tyto albaLC

An uncommon year-round resident of open farmland, often hunting along field margins and roadside verges at dusk.

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Black-tailed Godwit

Black-tailed Godwit

Limosa limosaNT

Present year-round, with the Humber wetlands hosting important numbers. Breeds at select sites and gathers in flocks during autumn and winter.

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Blackcap

Blackcap

Sylvia atricapillaLC

An uncommon resident present all year; summer breeders are bolstered by wintering continental birds visiting garden feeders in the colder months.

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Brambling

Brambling

Fringilla montifringillaLC

An uncommon winter visitor from Scandinavia, often mixing with Chaffinch flocks in beech woodland and farmland stubble fields.

Sep–Apr

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Brent Goose

Brent Goose

Branta berniclaLC

An uncommon but regular visitor to the Humber Estuary and coast, grazing on eelgrass and saltmarsh in winter.

Aug–Jun

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Bullfinch

Bullfinch

Pyrrhula pyrrhulaLC

An uncommon resident found in hedgerows, orchards and woodland edges year-round. Its soft piping call often betrays its presence.

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Canada Goose

Canada Goose

Branta canadensisLC

An established but uncommon resident found on lakes, gravel pits, and parkland throughout the year.

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Cetti's Warbler

Cetti's Warbler

Cettia cettiLC

An uncommon but increasing resident, establishing itself in reedbeds and dense waterside vegetation. More often heard than seen.

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Coal Tit

Coal Tit

Periparus aterLC

An uncommon resident of coniferous and mixed woodland. Less numerous here than in western Yorkshire but present year-round at suitable sites.

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Common Redpoll

Common Redpoll

Acanthis flammeaLC

An uncommon resident favouring birch and alder woodland. Numbers increase in autumn and winter with arrivals from the Continent.

Sep–May

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Common Redstart

Common Redstart

Phoenicurus phoenicurusLC

An uncommon summer visitor breeding in mature woodland. Most conspicuous during spring and autumn passage along the coast.

Apr–Oct

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Common Reed-warbler

Common Reed-warbler

Acrocephalus scirpaceusLC

An uncommon summer breeder found in reedbeds at sites like Tophill Low and the Humber wetlands from April to October.

Apr–Oct

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Common Sandpiper

Common Sandpiper

Actitis hypoleucosLC

An uncommon breeder along streams and reservoir edges, bobbing characteristically on rocks. Present from April to October.

Apr–Oct

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Common Scoter

Common Scoter

Melanitta nigraLC

Uncommon but present year-round offshore, with flocks regularly seen passing Flamborough Head. Numbers peak during spring and autumn passage.

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Common Snipe

Common Snipe

Gallinago gallinagoLC

An uncommon year-round resident of wet grassland and marshes. Breeds in damp meadows and is more visible in winter when flushed from ditches.

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Common Tern

Common Tern

Sterna hirundoLC

An uncommon summer breeder, nesting at gravel pits and the Humber Estuary. Present from April to October on passage and breeding.

Apr–Oct

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Corn Bunting

Corn Bunting

Emberiza calandraLC

An uncommon but year-round resident of open arable farmland on the Wolds and plains. A declining species of conservation concern.

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Cuckoo

Cuckoo

Cuculus canorusLC

An uncommon breeding visitor from April to August, heard more often than seen in hedgerows and woodland edges. Numbers have declined significantly.

Apr–Aug

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