Sylviid Warblers in East Sussex

5 species matching this filter.

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East Sussex is home to five species of Sylviid warbler, ranging from the widespread Blackcap and Whitethroat to the scarcer Dartford Warbler found on the county's lowland heathlands. The varied habitats of this southern county — including dense scrub, hedgerows, woodland edges, and the heathlands of Ashdown Forest — provide ideal breeding and foraging grounds for these often skulking but wonderfully vocal birds.

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

Resident all year, increasingly visiting garden feeders in winter. A rich songster in spring woodlands and scrubby hedgerows.

Year-round

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Dartford Warbler

Dartford Warbler

Curruca undataNT

A rare resident of gorse-covered heathland, vulnerable to harsh winters. Ashdown Forest is a key stronghold in the county.

Year-round

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Garden Warbler

Garden Warbler

Sylvia borinLC

An uncommon summer breeder arriving in April, favouring dense deciduous woodland with thick understorey. Its rich warbling song lacks the Blackcap's clarity.

Apr–Sep

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Lesser Whitethroat

Lesser Whitethroat

Curruca currucaLC

An uncommon summer breeder arriving in April, favouring dense hedgerows and scrub. Its rattling song is easily overlooked.

Apr–Sep

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Whitethroat

Whitethroat

Curruca communisLC

A common summer breeder found in hedgerows, scrubby downland and field margins. Arrives in April and delivers its scratchy song from exposed perches.

Apr–Oct

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