Birds in Stockton-on-Tees

Explore 193 species found in this region.

Stockton-on-Tees boasts a rich and diverse birdlife, with 186 species recorded across its varied habitats, from the wetlands and mudflats along the River Tees to farmland, woodland, and urban green spaces. The area attracts notable species such as Pink-footed Goose, Northern Lapwing, and Common Merganser, while rarities like the Red-backed Shrike occasionally make an appearance. Whether you're exploring the Tees estuary or the surrounding countryside, Stockton-on-Tees offers excellent birdwatching opportunities throughout the year.

Visiting in April? Look out for Barn Swallow and Brambling arriving this month, and Bohemian Waxwing and Common Redpoll depart for the season.

Goldcrest
GoldcrestSmallest · 8.5cm
to
Whooper Swan
Whooper SwanLargest · 165cm
Ranges from the Goldcrest (8.5cm) to the Whooper Swan (165cm)51 families represented

Showing 185–193 of 193 species

Whooper Swan

Whooper Swan

Cygnus cygnusLC

An uncommon winter visitor arriving from Iceland. Small groups frequent flooded fields and reservoirs from autumn to spring.

Non-breedingUncommonly spotted

Sep–Apr

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Willow Tit

Willow Tit

Poecile montanusLC

A rare March passage record in a species suffering severe national decline. Damp woodland with dead birch is its preferred habitat.

PassageRarely spotted

Mar

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A
M
J
J
A
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O
N
D
Willow Warbler

Willow Warbler

Phylloscopus trochilusLC

An uncommon summer breeder arriving in April, favouring scrubby woodland edges and willow thickets along the Tees corridor. Departs by September.

BreedingUncommonly spotted

Apr–Sep

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M
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J
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D
Wood Sandpiper

Wood Sandpiper

Tringa glareolaLC

An uncommon breeder present April to September, favouring marshy pools and wet meadows. A scarce species nationally, notable for the area.

BreedingUncommonly spotted

Apr–Sep

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A
M
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J
A
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O
N
D
Woodpigeon

Woodpigeon

Columba palumbusLC

An abundant year-round resident found in gardens, parks, and farmland across the Tees valley. Often seen in large flocks feeding on arable fields in winter.

ResidentCommonly spotted

Year-round

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M
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J
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O
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D
Yellow Wagtail

Yellow Wagtail

Motacilla flavaLC

An uncommon summer breeder on damp pastures and arable fields, arriving in April and departing by September.

BreedingUncommonly spotted

Apr–Sep

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M
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J
A
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O
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D
Yellow-browed Warbler

Yellow-browed Warbler

Phylloscopus inornatusLC

A rare October passage migrant from Siberia, typically found in coastal scrub and hedgerows. An exciting autumn find for local birders.

PassageRarely spotted

Oct

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J
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D
Yellow-legged Gull

Yellow-legged Gull

Larus michahellisLC

An uncommon breeder from March to August, sometimes found among Herring Gull colonies. Identified by its yellow legs and darker mantle.

BreedingUncommonly spotted

Mar–Aug

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F
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A
M
J
J
A
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O
N
D

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Yellowhammer

Yellowhammer

Emberiza citrinellaLC

A declining resident found on farmland edges and hedgerows. Rarely encountered, with a notable gap in sightings during autumn.

ResidentRarely spotted

Nov–Jul

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