Pintail Snipe

Gallinago stenura

Order:

Charadriiformes

Family:

Scolopacidae

Size:

25-28 centimeters (10-11 inches)

Weight:

70-120 grams (2.5-4.2 ounces)

Taxonomy:

Lucien Bonaparte in 1856.

Short Description:

The Pintail Snipe (Gallinago stenura) is a migratory bird species found in Pakistan. It is known for its distinctive long, slender bill and pintail-like appearance, hence its name. These birds primarily inhabit wetlands, marshes, and grasslands during their migration through Pakistan.

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Pintail Snipes are commonly spotted during their winter migration season in various regions across Pakistan, including wetlands, rice fields, and coastal areas. They tend to prefer habitats with ample vegetation cover and shallow water bodies, providing suitable feeding grounds.

Pintail Snipes are typically observed foraging in shallow water or mud, using their long bills to probe for invertebrates such as insects, worms, and small crustaceans. They are known for their cryptic plumage, which helps them blend into their surroundings, making them difficult to spot when stationary. During courtship displays, males may engage in aerial acrobatics to attract females.