Eurasian Curlew
Numenius arquata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="numenius-arquata"></birdfyi-bird>The Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata) is a bird species in the family Scolopacidae (sandpipers & snipes), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 58.4 cm and a weight of 813.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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À propos
Eurasian Curlew: 50–60 cm, wingspan 89–106 cm, Europe's largest wading bird with a very long decurved bill and mournful bubbling call. Breeds on upland moors, bogs, and wet grassland; winters on estuaries and coasts. Feeds on worms, crabs, and invertebrates. NT. Severely declining due to agricultural change on breeding grounds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 58,4 cm | 23.0 in |
| Poids | 813,75 g | 28.70 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 27-29 days. Fledging: 32-38 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Scolopacidae (Sandpipers & Snipes) |
| Genus | Numenius |
| Espèces | Numenius arquata |
Distribution
Eurasian Curlew has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Foire aux questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Scolopacidae family