Ruff

Calidris pugnax

Order:

Charadriiformes

Family:

Scolopacidae

Size:

M 26-32 cm, F 20-25 cm

Weight:

M 130-254 g, F 70-170 g

Taxonomy:

Monotypic Tringa Pugnax (Linnaeus, 1758)

Short Description:

The Ruff (Philomachus pugnax) is a migratory bird species found in Pakistan. Typically, Ruffs are distributed across various wetland habitats throughout the country, including coastal areas, marshes, and inland wetlands such as lakes and rivers.

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast

Ruff bird (Philomachus pugnax) is distributed across various wetland habitats throughout Pakistan. This distribution includes coastal areas, inland marshes, lakes, rivers, and other wetland ecosystems across the country.

In terms of behavior, Ruffs are known for their elaborate courtship displays, particularly among males competing for mates. These displays involve intricate aerial maneuvers, vocalizations, and visual cues to attract females. Outside of the breeding season, Ruffs are often seen foraging in shallow waters, probing the mud for invertebrates and small prey.