Marsh Harrier · Essex

Where to see marsh harrier in Essex

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

Marsh Harrier records in Essex, by month4,384 records. Most are logged in Apr, and spring is the strongest season overall.
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MonthSeasonRecords
Janwinter439
Febwinter278
Marspring348
Aprspring543
Mayspring526
Junsummer285
Julsummer304
Augsummer280
Sepautumn275
Octautumn413
Novautumn372
Decwinter321

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

Rainham Marshes

Purfleet, Essex · RSPB

wetlandwheelchair accessibleFree entry

Best seasons: spring

Common questions

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

April has the most records. Across 4,384 occurrence records in Essex, 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 Essex?

One site in Essex: Rainham Marshes.

Are any of these sites wheelchair accessible?

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

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