Eight beautiful birds to spot across the UK during December – pictures

Twitchers (i.e. avid ) will be on the lookout for hiding in plain sight.

Yet, for those who are just starting to become curious about the gorgeous birds out there, which ones are flying around in the cool winter air?

According to the , now is the perfect time to wrap up warm and head for a walk outside.

“Whether you’re walking through city streets or visiting a nature reserve, you could catch a show that rivals Swan Lake,” the charity beams.

Here are the birds you’re most likely to notice across the UK during the month of December.

Snow Bunting in winter plumage

Snow Buntings

Best spotted among coastlines, Snow Buntings are likely to be seen en-masse during the colder months, especially on the east coast.

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Pied Wagtail

Pied Wagtails

Pied Wagtails huddle together in trees sheltered from the wind by tall buildings; that’s why they’re most likely to be seen in town centres.

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Goldfinch flock.

Goldfinches

A flock of finches is likely to have Goldfinches among its members, with glimpses of beautiful yellow flying in the sky. 

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Greenfinch

Greenfinches

Among the finches are Greenfinches, which add a lovely hue of green to the flock. 

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Common chaffinch

Chaffinches

And Chaffinches will be flying past alongside Greenfinches and Goldfinches, as there is safety in numbers. 

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