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Puna Snipe
Gallinago andina
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Least Concern
Wingspan
22.6 cm
Weight
103.5 g
Family
Scolopacidae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
Puna Snipe: 26–28 cm, medium snipe of high Andean wetlands and boggy grassland from Peru south to northwestern Argentina and Chile at 3,000–5,000 m. Cryptic streaked brown plumage. Probes soft ground for worms and invertebrates. Sedentary high-altitude resident. Displays with tail-fanning 'drumming' flight over bogs.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.6 cm | 8.9 in |
| Weight | 103.5 g | 3.65 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes) |
| Genus | Gallinago |
| Species | Gallinago andina |
Distribution
Puna Snipe has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Puna Snipe endangered?
The Puna Snipe has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Puna Snipe?
The Puna Snipe has a wingspan of 22.6 cm, weight of 103.5 g.
What order and family does the Puna Snipe belong to?
The Puna Snipe (Gallinago andina) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Scolopacidae.
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