Common Greenshank
Common Greenshank
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A large, elegant wader with long, greenish-grey legs and a distinctly upturned bill. It is known for its graceful foraging and strong, clear call, often feeding in shallow water.
Where to spot
Breeds across northern Europe and Asia, in boreal forests and tundra. Winters extensively in coastal areas of Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australasia.
How to spot
Identify by its large size among Tringa sandpipers, long greenish-grey legs, and long, slightly upturned bill. In flight, it shows a striking white rump and back extending as a wedge up the back, and no wing-bar. Listen for its loud, clear 'tew-tew-tew' call.
When to spot
Breeding season from May to July. Migration periods are July-October (southbound) and March-May (northbound). Can be found year-round in some wintering areas.
Where to spot
Breeds across northern Europe and Asia, in boreal forests and tundra. Winters extensively in coastal areas of Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australasia.
How to spot
Identify by its large size among Tringa sandpipers, long greenish-grey legs, and long, slightly upturned bill. In flight, it shows a striking white rump and back extending as a wedge up the back, and no wing-bar. Listen for its loud, clear 'tew-tew-tew' call.
When to spot
Breeding season from May to July. Migration periods are July-October (southbound) and March-May (northbound). Can be found year-round in some wintering areas.
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The Common Greenshank often uses a unique foraging technique called 'lateral sweeping,' where it swings its upturned bill from side to side in shallow water to detect prey.
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