Greater Yellowlegs

Tringa melanoleuca

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Synonyms #

  • Archibebe patigualdo grande (Spanish)
  • Bilurico patiamarelo grande (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Greater Yellowlegs is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

Similar in appearance to the smaller lesser yellowlegs. Adults have long yellow legs and a long, thin, dark bill which has a slight upward curve and is longer than the head. The body is grey-brown on top and white underneath; the neck and breast are streaked with dark brown. The rump is white.

Measurements #

Length: 29 - 40 cm
Wingspan: 60 - 74 cm
Weight: 111 - 250 g

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