🔍 Overview A scarce autumn migrant to Sussex from Siberia, increasing in frequency. 🪶 Key Identification Features Tiny greenish warbler Bold yellow supercilium and wingbars Constantly flitting through foliage 🗺️ Habitat & Distribution Found in coastal trees and gardens, especially at Seaford Head, Beachy Head, and Pagham, mainly in late September–October. 🎶 Voice & Behaviour...
🔍 Overview A rare but increasing autumn migrant, mostly in October–November. Tiny, hyperactive, and often with Goldcrests. 🪶 Key Identification Features Size: Tiny (9–10 cm) Plumage: Greenish above, yellowish below Stripes: Two bright wingbars, strong supercilium, crown stripe Other: Constantly moving 🗺️ Habitat & Distribution Most often found in coastal bushes, wooded gardens, or willow...
🔍 Overview A very rare autumn migrant to the UK, with a handful of Sussex records. Often found in dense coastal scrub following easterly winds. 🪶 Key Identification Features Olive-brown above, yellowish below Strong creamy supercilium (eyebrow) Long undertail coverts and flicking tail 🗺️ Habitat & Distribution Best searched for in coastal bushes and willow...
🔍 Overview A southern European species and extremely rare vagrant to the UK. Only a few records, with none recently in Sussex, but theoretically possible. 🪶 Key Identification Features Prominent pointed crest Sandy-brown tones and streaky chest Long, slightly decurved bill 🗺️ Habitat & Distribution If ever encountered, it would likely be at bare coastal...
🔍 Overview A scarce winter visitor to the UK, including coastal Sussex. Notable for its striking appearance and preference for shingle beaches and open ground. 🪶 Key Identification Features Size: Similar to Skylark (16–18 cm) Plumage: Buff with yellow face and black mask; small black “horns” in adults Other: Short bill, pale underparts, striking head...
🔍 Overview A rare spring and autumn migrant in Sussex, mainly along the coast. Small and sandy, often overlooked among Skylarks. 🪶 Key Identification Features Size: Smaller than Skylark (13–15 cm) Plumage: Sandy brown above, pale below, with faint breast streaking Other: Short tail, short stubby bill, lacking obvious crest 🗺️ Habitat & Distribution Best...
🔍 Overview A rare vagrant swallow from southern Europe. Only a handful of UK records, but sightings are increasing—including some from Sussex. 🪶 Key Identification Features Dusky brown plumage Square tail with pale spots Broad wings and fluttering flight 🗺️ Habitat & Distribution Occasional birds seen hawking over cliffs, churches, or seafronts—One recorded at Truleigh...
🔍 Overview A rare but increasingly regular spring and autumn vagrant in Sussex. Best seen at coastal watchpoints during migration. 🪶 Key Identification Features Size: Slightly larger than a Barn Swallow (17–19 cm) Plumage: Pale rump and underparts, reddish nape, dark crown Tail: Long forked tail with shorter streamers than Barn Swallow 🗺️ Habitat &...
🔍 Overview A striking winter visitor and scarce migrant to Sussex, favouring open habitats with scattered trees. 🪶 Key Identification Features Pale grey above, white below Bold black face mask and strong hooked bill Black wings and white outer tail 🗺️ Habitat & Distribution Regular sightings in winter in areas like Ashdown Forest, Ambersham Common,...
🔍 Overview A striking, rare migrant to Sussex, mostly in spring. This southern European shrike stands out thanks to its bright plumage and predatory habits. 🪶 Key Identification Features Size: Larger than a Robin (17–18 cm) Plumage: Chestnut crown, black eye mask, white underparts, and black-and-white wings Other: Hooked bill 🗺️ Habitat & Distribution Best...
