Whimbrel

Numenius phaeopus

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Brief #

Mainly greyish brown, with a white back and rump and a long curved bill.

Synonyms #

  • Zarapito trinador (Spanish)
  • Mazarico chiador (Galician)

Red List Status #

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

It is mainly greyish brown, with a white back and rump and a long curved bill (longest in the adult female) with a kink rather than a smooth curve. It is generally wary.

Measurements #

Length: 37 - 47 cm
Wingspan: 75 - 90 cm
Weight: 270 - 493 g

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