Common Greenshank

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Spotted

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

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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