Calidris

Birds

Calidris is a genus of small to medium-sized, Arctic-breeding wading birds in the family Scolopacidae. Strongly migratory, they form large mixed flocks on coasts and estuaries in winter. They are generally long-winged and relatively short-billed, with brownish upperparts and lighter underparts. Their flexible, sensitive-tipped bills help them locate buried prey while running and probing.

Taxonomic rank: Genus
Winter habitat: Coasts and estuaries
Feeding adaptation: Flexible bills with sensitive tips locate buried prey

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Article: Calidris (English Wikipedia)
Wikidata: Q30838
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