Common Greenshank

Tringa nebularia

Order:

Charadriiformes

Family:

Scolopacidae

Size:

30-35 cm

Weight:

125-300 g

Taxonomy:

Monotypic Scolopax nebularia (Gunnerus, 1767)

Short Description:

The Common Greenshank is a wader bird belonging to the Scolopacidae family, characterized by its long, slender legs and slightly upturned bill. In breeding plumage, it displays intricate mottled brown patterns on its upperparts with a white underbelly. During winter, its plumage becomes predominantly grayish-brown, helping it blend into its surroundings. Its distinctive white wedge-shaped rump is noticeable during flight.

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In Pakistan, the Common Greenshank is primarily found in wetland habitats, including coastal mudflats, estuaries, and inland marshes. It is distributed across various regions of the country, including coastal areas along the Arabian Sea, such as the Indus Delta, as well as inland wetlands like lakes, rivers, and reservoirs.

Common Greenshanks are migratory birds, spending the breeding season in northern Europe and Asia, then migrating southwards to wintering grounds in South Asia, including Pakistan. They are typically solitary or found in small groups, foraging along the water’s edge for aquatic invertebrates, crustaceans, and small fish. Their long legs and bill are well-adapted for probing into mud and shallow water to capture prey. During the non-breeding season, they may form loose flocks with other wader species, often roosting together in favored locations within their wetland habitats. Common Greenshanks are known for their distinctive shrill, melodious calls which they use for communication and during courtship displays.

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