Sylviid Warblers in Norfolk

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Norfolk's diverse habitats, from coastal heathlands and reedbeds to mature woodland and hedgerow-rich farmland, support a wonderful variety of Sylviid warblers. Five species have been recorded in the county, including the melodious Blackcap and Garden Warbler, the characterful Whitethroat and Lesser Whitethroat, and the scarce Dartford Warbler, which can be found on select lowland heathland sites. Whether you're exploring the Brecks, the north Norfolk coast, or quiet country lanes, these engaging songsters are a highlight of the birding calendar.

Lesser Whitethroat
Lesser WhitethroatSmallest · 11cm
to
Garden Warbler
Garden WarblerLargest · 15cm
Ranges from the Lesser Whitethroat (11cm) to the Garden Warbler (15cm)1 year-round resident
Blackcap

Blackcap

Sylvia atricapillaLC

An uncommon year-round resident; breeding birds are joined by continental wintering birds visiting gardens for berries.

Year-round

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Dartford Warbler

Dartford Warbler

Curruca undataNT

A rare passage visitor in spring, occasionally overshooting from southern heathlands into Norfolk in March and May.

Mar–May

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Garden Warbler

Garden Warbler

Sylvia borinLC

An uncommon and unobtrusive summer breeder in dense woodland understorey. Present from April to September; easily overlooked due to its plain plumage.

Apr–Sep

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Lesser Whitethroat

Lesser Whitethroat

Curruca currucaLC

An uncommon summer breeder favouring tall hedgerows and scrubby woodland edges, present from April to October.

Apr–Oct

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

Whitethroat

Curruca communisLC

A common summer visitor to Norfolk's hedgerows and scrubby field margins. Its scratchy, energetic song is a hallmark of the county's farmland from April to September.

Apr–Sep

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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
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O
N
D

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