Hudsonian Whimbrel vs Amami Woodcock
Numenius hudsonicus compared with Scolopax mira
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Hudsonian Whimbrel | Amami Woodcock |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Numenius hudsonicus | Scolopax mira |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Scolopacidae | Scolopacidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 37.9 cm (14.9 in) |
| Weight | 388.0 g (13.69 oz) | 473.0 g (16.68 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-5 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
Hudsonian Whimbrel
Vulnerable
Amami Woodcock
About These Birds
Hudsonian Whimbrel
Hudsonian Whimbrel: 40–46 cm, recently split from Eurasian Whimbrel; breeds in subarctic North America. Similar to Eurasian Whimbrel but with a darker rump and slightly different call. Winters along both American coasts south to southern South America. Feeds on mudflat invertebrates and berries on migration. Long-distance migrant.
Amami Woodcock
Amami Woodcock: 34–36 cm, large rufous woodcock endemic to the Ryukyu Islands of Japan (Amami-Oshima, Tokunoshima). Inhabits dense subtropical forest. Nocturnal; probes soil for earthworms. NT. Threatened by feral mongooses introduced for snake control and habitat loss. Sedentary island endemic. Similar to Eurasian Woodcock.