Eurasian Thick-knee vs Water Thick-knee
Burhinus oedicnemus compared with Burhinus vermiculatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Eurasian Thick-knee | Water Thick-knee |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Burhinus oedicnemus | Burhinus vermiculatus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Burhinidae | Burhinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 46.7 cm (18.4 in) | 39.2 cm (15.4 in) |
| Weight | 412.5 g (14.55 oz) | 315.0 g (11.11 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Eurasian Thick-knee
Least Concern
Water Thick-knee
About These Birds
Eurasian Thick-knee
Eurasian Thick-knee (Burhinus oedicnemus) is a medium 38–45 cm stone-curlew of Eurasia and North Africa. Sandy-brown above with dark streaking; bold supercilium; large yellow eye; white and dark wing panel in flight. Inhabits dry open habitat: chalk downs, steppe, heathland, and shingle beaches. Migratory; winters in Africa. Crepuscular.
Water Thick-knee
Water Thick-knee (Burhinus vermiculatus) is a medium 38–41 cm stone-curlew of sub-Saharan African waterways. Grey-brown above with fine vermiculations; bold white supercilium; large yellow eye; greenish-yellow legs. Inhabits sandy riverbanks, lake shores, and coastal mudflats.