A slender, medium-sized wading shorebird known for its long legs, slim body, and distinctive migratory behavior across Eurasia and Africa.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Breeds in boreal forest and taiga regions of northern Europe and Asia; migrates through wetlands, marshes, lake edges, river banks, and coastal mudflats during winter
Ecological Role
Critical wetland ecosystem indicator species; plays significant role in invertebrate population control and serves as prey for larger predators
Morphology
SKIN COATMottled brown and gray plumage providing excellent camouflage in wetland environments
LIMBS WINGSLong, greenish-gray legs; pointed wings adapted for long-distance migration
HEAD SENSORYPointed bill, dark eyes with keen visual perception for detecting small prey movements
BODY STRUCTURESlender body, approximately 20-24 cm in length, with wingspan of 35-40 cm, weighing 60-100 g
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: El Golli Mohamed
