Hawks & Eagles in South Yorkshire
6 species matching this filter.
South Yorkshire's diverse landscapes, from the moorlands of the Peak District fringe to the wetlands of the Dearne Valley, support an impressive variety of hawks and eagles. Six species from this family have been recorded in the county, including the now-common Buzzard, the elegant Red Kite, and scarcer visitors such as the Hen Harrier and Western Marsh-harrier. Whether scanning the skies above open farmland or exploring wooded valleys, birdwatchers in South Yorkshire have excellent opportunities to observe these magnificent raptors.
Buzzard
Buteo buteoLC
A common resident, frequently seen soaring over farmland, moorland fringes, and woodland throughout the year.
Year-round
Hen Harrier
Circus cyaneusLC
A rare winter visitor to open moorland and farmland, mainly in the upland fringes. Females and young 'ringtails' are seen more often than adult males.
Nov–Mar
Northern Goshawk
Accipiter gentilisLC
A rare passage visitor in spring, occasionally seen over large woodlands. A secretive raptor that may breed nearby in the region's bigger forests.
Mar–Apr
Red Kite
Milvus milvusLC
A rare but increasing resident, gradually recolonising the area. Often seen soaring over farmland and woodland edges.
Year-round
Sparrowhawk
Accipiter nisusLC
A widespread but unobtrusive resident, hunting small birds in gardens, woodland edges, and hedgerows. Often seen dashing low along hedgelines.
Year-round
Western Marsh-harrier
Circus aeruginosusLC
An uncommon resident of reedbeds and marshes, now present year-round following successful recolonisation of the region's wetlands.
Year-round