Red-necked Phalarope

Phalaropus lobatus

Order:

Charadriiformes

Family:

Scolopacidae

Size:

18-19 cm

Weight:

20-48 g

Taxonomy:

Monotypic Tringa tobata (Linnaeus, 1758)

Short Description:

The Red-necked Phalarope (Phalaropus lobatus) is a migratory bird species that can be found in Pakistan during its wintering season. These birds typically inhabit coastal areas, particularly estuaries, marshes, and shallow lakes. During migration, they may also be spotted in inland wetlands.

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In terms of distribution in Pakistan, Red-necked Phalaropes are primarily found along the coastal areas of the Arabian Sea, including regions like the Indus Delta and other coastal wetlands. During migration, they may also venture further inland, particularly to suitable wetland habitats.

In Pakistan, the Red-necked Phalarope exhibits behaviors typical of its species, primarily focused on foraging and migration. During the wintering season in Pakistan, these birds can be observed engaging in their unique feeding behavior, spinning in tight circles on the water’s surface to stir up prey. They primarily feed on insects, crustaceans, and small fish found in coastal areas, estuaries, marshes, and shallow lakes.

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