Ducks, Geese & Swans in Nottinghamshire

Nottinghamshire is home to 25 recorded species of ducks, geese and swans, supported by a diverse range of wetland habitats including the River Trent, Attenborough Nature Reserve, and numerous gravel pits and reservoirs. The county attracts both resident breeders such as Canada Goose, Greylag Goose and Gadwall, as well as winter visitors like Eurasian Wigeon, Greater White-fronted Goose and Goldeneye. More unusual sightings include Barnacle Goose, Egyptian Goose and Common Merganser, making Nottinghamshire a rewarding destination for wildfowl enthusiasts.

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Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligulaLC

A common diving duck found year-round on gravel pits, reservoirs and park lakes, with numbers peaking in winter.

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Tundra Swan

Cygnus columbianusLC

A rare winter visitor, occasionally turning up on Trent valley floodwaters or larger reservoirs, typically in harsh weather further north.

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Whooper Swan

Cygnus cygnusLC

A rare winter visitor from Iceland, occasionally found on Trent valley floodplain and larger waters between October and April.

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