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Eurasian Woodcock

Scolopax rusticola

About this species

Native to Europe, the Eurasian Woodcock thrives in forest habitats and belongs to the Scolopacidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.

The Eurasian Woodcock is part of the order Charadriiformes and the Scolopacidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.

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