Hudsonian Godwit
Limosa haemastica
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<birdfyi-bird slug="limosa-haemastica"></birdfyi-bird>The Hudsonian Godwit (Limosa haemastica) is a bird species in the family Scolopacidae (sandpipers & snipes), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 42 cm and a weight of 285.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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About
Hudsonian Godwit: 36–42 cm, North American godwit with a black tail, white rump, and dark underwing. Breeds on subarctic wetlands of Alaska and northern Canada; migrates via Great Plains staging areas to winter on South American coasts and pampas. Long-distance migrant. Feeds on invertebrates. Population concentrated at few key staging sites.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 42.0 cm | 16.5 in |
| Weight | 285.1666666666667 g | 10.06 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-25 days. Fledging: 30 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes) |
| Genus | Limosa |
| Species | Limosa haemastica |
Distribution
Hudsonian Godwit has been recorded in 7 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Scolopacidae family