Marsh Harrier · Dorset

Where to see marsh harrier in Dorset

1 site in Dorset where marsh harrier (Circus aeruginosus) is recorded, most likely in spring.

Marsh Harrier records in Dorset, by month1,379 records. Most are logged in Apr, and spring is the strongest season overall.
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MonthSeasonRecords
Janwinter143
Febwinter108
Marspring166
Aprspring208
Mayspring170
Junsummer96
Julsummer73
Augsummer25
Sepautumn107
Octautumn111
Novautumn91
Decwinter81

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

Radipole Lake

Weymouth, Dorset · RSPB

wetland1 hidewheelchair accessibleFree entry

Best seasons: spring

Common questions

When is the best time to see marsh harrier in Dorset?

April has the most records. Across 1,379 occurrence records in Dorset, sightings are logged most often in April, though the bird may be present outside that period without being recorded as frequently.

Where can I see marsh harrier in Dorset?

One site in Dorset: Radipole Lake.

Are any of these sites wheelchair accessible?

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

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