Auckland Snipe
Coenocorypha aucklandica
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Auckland Snipe: 21–24 cm, medium-sized snipe endemic to several subantarctic island groups south of New Zealand (Auckland, Antipodes, Campbell). Nocturnal, cryptically patterned brown. Inhabits tussock grassland and scrub; feeds on invertebrates by probing. Vulnerable on inhabited islands; secure where predators have been eradicated.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.0 cm | 7.9 in |
| Weight | 106.16666666666667 g | 3.74 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 22-39 days. Fledging: 30-65 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes) |
| Genus | Coenocorypha |
| Species | Coenocorypha aucklandica |
Distribution
Auckland Snipe has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Scolopacidae family