It lives alongside fast-flowing shallow streams and rivers and often nests under bridges and in walls. This small stocky bird with white throat and breast is capable of walking into and under water in search of small fish and aquatic insects on which it feeds.
The dipper is so-called because of its behaviour of dipping in and out of the water as well as its ‘bobbing’ action.
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When to see
Dippers can be seen all year round. They are active during the day, and newly fledged dippers can be seen during the summer months.
Where to see
Found abundantly in the Highlands, they can be seen in fast flowing rivers with lots of ricks to perch on and 'dip'. Relatively shallow rivers are good for fishing out invertebrates.
Did you know?
They have a thrid eyelid, helping them to see whilst underwater. Although there are many theories, no one knows for sure why Dippers 'dip'
When to see
Dippers can be seen all year round. They are active during the day, and newly fledged dippers can be seen during the summer months.
Where to see
Found abundantly in the Highlands, they can be seen in fast flowing rivers with lots of ricks to perch on and 'dip'. Relatively shallow rivers are good for fishing out invertebrates.
Did you know?
They have a thrid eyelid, helping them to see whilst underwater. Although there are many theories, no one knows for sure why Dippers 'dip'
When to see
Dippers can be seen all year round. They are active during the day, and newly fledged dippers can be seen during the summer months.
Where to see
Found abundantly in the Highlands, they can be seen in fast flowing rivers with lots of ricks to perch on and 'dip'. Relatively shallow rivers are good for fishing out invertebrates.
Did you know?
They have a thrid eyelid, helping them to see whilst underwater. Although there are many theories, no one knows for sure why Dippers 'dip'
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