Kingfisher · Somerset

Where to see kingfisher in Somerset

2 sites in Somerset where kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) are recorded, most likely in autumn, summer.

Kingfisher records in Somerset, by month1,125 records. Most are logged in Oct, and summer is the strongest season overall.
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MonthSeasonRecords
Janwinter109
Febwinter101
Marspring68
Aprspring67
Mayspring93
Junsummer114
Julsummer95
Augsummer105
Sepautumn97
Octautumn118
Novautumn97
Decwinter61

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

Shapwick Heath

Shapwick, Somerset · Natural England

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Best seasons: autumn

Westhay Moor

Westhay, Somerset · Somerset Wildlife Trust

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Best seasons: summer

Common questions

When is the best time to see kingfisher in Somerset?

October has the most records. Across 1,125 occurrence records in Somerset, sightings are logged most often in October, though the bird may be present outside that period without being recorded as frequently.

Where can I see kingfisher in Somerset?

2 sites in Somerset: Shapwick Heath, Westhay Moor.

Are any of these sites wheelchair accessible?

Shapwick Heath, Westhay Moor are recorded as having step-free access, verified against the operator's own accessibility information.

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