Over 600 birds can be found in the United Kingdom. These birds migrate to Great Britain and its surrounding countries during the winter, especially waders, beach birds, sea birds, and waterfowl.
The national bird of the UK is the European Robin. Other avian species seen here include the Northern Goshawk, the Tawny Owl, and the Black-throated Diver.
Some of the best places to go birding in the UK include the Farne Islands, Slimbridge Wetland Centre, and the Isle of May. The peak birding season in the UK generally occurs during the spring and autumn months, when many migratory birds arrive or pass through the country.
FAQs
1. What are the rarest birds in the UK?
Some of the rarest birds in the United Kingdom include the Spoon-billed Sandpiper, the Balearic Shearwater, and the White-tailed Eagle.
2. What game birds are native to the UK?
Several partridges, grouses, and pheasants are hunted as game birds in the United Kingdom.
