Start with height
Is the bird feeding on the ground, moving through shrubs or calling from the canopy?
British Bird Habitats
Farmland
Discover the birds associated with this habitat and the field clues that help you identify them.
Explore 1 bird profilesWhere to look
Habitats reveal the birds most likely to be nearby
Gardens, woodland edges, parks and hedgerows create varied feeding and nesting opportunities. Watch the tree canopy, dense cover, open lawns and quieter edges: different birds use each layer in different ways.
Use the profiles below to compare the species recorded in this habitat, then open a field guide for detailed markings, seasonal notes and similar birds.
Field observations
What to notice while you watch
Watch movement
Short hops, climbing, hovering and rapid flights can be more useful than colour alone.
Return through the year
The species mix changes with nesting, migration, food availability and winter weather.
