Five key species at Herstmonceux Castle in April
Song Thrush
The Song Thrush has a very varied song, but the ‘repeat and switch’ pattern, delivered from a high perch, usually gives it away.
Wren
The various calls of the Wren can be heard in almost every kind of habitat, and the song is a staple of woodland in spring.
Nuthatch
The Nuthatch’s ‘dweep dweep’ call can be heard in wooded areas through the year. In the spring, they make a ‘whinnying’ song too.
Chiffchaff
The Chiffchaff’s distinctive song is often the first we hear from a summer migrant.
Great Spotted Woodpecker
Learn how to pick out woodpeckers at any time of year by their explosive ‘chick!’ call.
Other birds to listen out for around Herstmonceux Castle in April
Robin
Blackbird
Goldfinch
Chaffinch
Treecreeper
Dunnock
Green Woodpecker
Skylark
Blue Tit
Great Tit
Jay
Carrion Crow
Rook
Jackdaw
Woodpigeon
Stock Dove
Mistle Thrush
Goldcrest
Buzzard
Kestrel
Swallow
Blackcap
Reed Warbler