Uncommon Birds in Lincolnshire

67 species matching this filter.

All birds in Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire's diverse landscapes — from the coastal marshes of The Wash to ancient woodlands and river valleys — support a fascinating array of uncommon bird species. With 67 uncommon species recorded, patient observers may be rewarded with sightings of striking birds such as the Eurasian Spoonbill, Great White Egret, and the elusive Cetti's Warbler. Woodland areas host Great Spotted and Green Woodpeckers, while quieter farmland edges still provide refuge for declining species like the Bullfinch and Eurasian Tree Sparrow.

Goldcrest
GoldcrestSmallest · 8.5cm
to
Whooper Swan
Whooper SwanLargest · 165cm
Ranges from the Goldcrest (8.5cm) to the Whooper Swan (165cm)31 families represented46 year-round residents

Showing 47–67 of 67 species

Red Kite

Red Kite

Milvus milvusLC

An uncommon but increasing resident, now regularly seen soaring over farmland and woodland edges across the county.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Red Knot

Red Knot

Calidris canutusNT

The Wash hosts internationally important wintering flocks. Spectacular dense formations swirl over mudflats, peaking from autumn to spring.

Year-round

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Red-legged Partridge

Red-legged Partridge

Alectoris rufaNT

An uncommon resident of arable farmland and field margins. An introduced species, it favours the open agricultural landscapes of the county.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Ringed Plover

Ringed Plover

Charadrius hiaticulaLC

An uncommon resident, breeding on shingle beaches and bare ground along the coast. Winter flocks gather on the Wash mudflats.

Year-round

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
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O
N
D
Rock Dove

Rock Dove

Columba liviaLC

An uncommon resident found in towns and on coastal cliffs. Most birds are feral descendants rather than truly wild Rock Doves.

Year-round

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Rock Pipit

Rock Pipit

Anthus petrosusLC

An uncommon non-breeding visitor to the Lincolnshire coast, favouring rocky sea defences and saltmarsh edges from September to March.

Sep–Mar

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
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O
N
D
Ruddy Turnstone

Ruddy Turnstone

Arenaria interpresLC

An uncommon but year-round presence along rocky groynes and mussel beds on the coast. Often feeds among seaweed at the tideline.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Ruff

Ruff

Philomachus pugnaxLC

An uncommon year-round resident, with passage birds boosting numbers on coastal and fenland scrapes in spring and autumn.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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Sand Martin

Sand Martin

Riparia ripariaLC

An uncommon breeding visitor, nesting in sandy riverbanks and gravel pits from March to September.

Mar–Sep

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Sandwich Tern

Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensisLC

Breeds at coastal colonies and feeds offshore from May to October. Plunge-dives for fish along the Lincolnshire shoreline.

May–Oct

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Sparrowhawk

Sparrowhawk

Accipiter nisusLC

An uncommon but widespread resident, hunting small birds in woodland, hedgerows, and increasingly in gardens across the county.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
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O
N
D
Spotted Redshank

Spotted Redshank

Tringa erythropusLC

An uncommon year-round resident of coastal marshes and estuarine mudflats, most conspicuous on the Wash during autumn passage.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Stonechat

Stonechat

Saxicola torquatusLC

An uncommon resident of gorse-covered heaths and coastal scrub, present most months but scarce in midsummer.

Jul–May

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
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O
N
D
Treecreeper

Treecreeper

Certhia familiarisLC

An unobtrusive year-round resident, spiralling up tree trunks in mature woodland and parkland across the county.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Water Rail

Water Rail

Rallus aquaticusLC

An uncommon but year-round resident of reedbeds and marshy ditches, more often heard giving its pig-like squeal than seen.

Year-round

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Wheatear

Wheatear

Oenanthe oenantheLC

An uncommon passage visitor to open coastal fields and ploughed land, mainly seen in spring and early autumn.

Mar–Oct

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Whimbrel

Whimbrel

Numenius phaeopusLC

Passes through coastal marshes and fields from April to October, with distinctive seven-note call. A scarce breeder in the county.

Apr–Oct

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Whinchat

Whinchat

Saxicola rubetraLC

An uncommon passage migrant in spring and autumn, favouring rough grassland and coastal scrub. Most often seen in May and August–September.

May–Sep

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Whooper Swan

Whooper Swan

Cygnus cygnusLC

An uncommon resident, with wintering herds from Iceland gathering on fenland fields and washlands. Small numbers may summer.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
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O
N
D
Willow Warbler

Willow Warbler

Phylloscopus trochilusLC

An uncommon breeding visitor from April to October, favouring woodland edges and scrubby hedgerows. Its descending song is a hallmark of spring.

Apr–Oct

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Wood Sandpiper

Wood Sandpiper

Tringa glareolaLC

An uncommon breeder from May to September, favouring marshy pools and wet meadows. A scarce but regular presence at key wetlands.

May–Sep

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A
M
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J
A
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