Thrushes in London
6 species matching this filter.
London is home to 6 species of thrush, ranging from the ever-present Blackbird and melodious Song Thrush to scarcer visitors like the Ring Ouzel, which passes through on migration. The capital's parks, gardens and green spaces provide vital habitat for these birds, with winter bringing flocks of Fieldfares and Redwings from Scandinavia to feed on berry-laden hedgerows. For a broader look at this family across the country, see our Thrushes In The UK (Complete Guide with Pictures).
Blackbird
Turdus merulaLC
One of London's most familiar birds, abundant in gardens, parks, and hedgerows year-round. Its melodious song fills the city at dusk.
Year-round
Fieldfare
Turdus pilarisLC
An uncommon winter visitor, arriving from Scandinavia from October. Roaming flocks sometimes descend on berry-laden trees in parks and playing fields.
Oct–Apr
Mistle Thrush
Turdus viscivorusLC
An uncommon resident of larger parks and open woodland. Often sings from treetops in early spring and defends berry bushes in winter.
Year-round
Redwing
Turdus iliacusNT
A common winter visitor from Scandinavia, arriving from October and lingering into April. Feeds on berries in parks, gardens, and playing fields.
Sep–Apr
Ring Ouzel
Turdus torquatusLC
A rare passage migrant in April and October, pausing briefly on migration. Most often found on scrubby hillsides and open ground on London's fringes.
Oct–Apr
Song Thrush
Turdus philomelosLC
A familiar year-round resident, often heard repeating phrases from garden trees and park shrubbery. Smashes snail shells on favourite stones.
Year-round