Bittern · Suffolk

Where to see bittern in Suffolk

2 sites in Suffolk where bittern (Botaurus stellaris) are recorded, most likely in spring.

Bittern records in Suffolk, by month6,803 records. Most are logged in May, and spring is the strongest season overall.
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MonthSeasonRecords
Janwinter228
Febwinter219
Marspring492
Aprspring1,322
Mayspring2,028
Junsummer1,010
Julsummer543
Augsummer305
Sepautumn202
Octautumn198
Novautumn111
Decwinter145

Lowest month: Nov. Counts are records, not birds — how we source this.

Minsmere

Westleton, Suffolk · RSPB

wetland8 hideswheelchair accessible£10.00 adult

Best seasons: spring

Best seasons: spring

Common questions

When is the best time to see bittern in Suffolk?

May has the most records. Across 6,803 occurrence records in Suffolk, sightings are logged most often in May, though the bird may be present outside that period without being recorded as frequently.

Where can I see bittern in Suffolk?

2 sites in Suffolk: Minsmere, Lakenheath Fen.

Are any of these sites wheelchair accessible?

Minsmere is recorded as having step-free access, verified against the operator's own accessibility information.

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