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Europe
Lesser Curlew
Numenius phaeopus
About this species
A characteristic species of the Scolopacidae family, the Lesser Curlew occupies mountain regions throughout Europe. Its IUCN status is currently Least Concern.
The Lesser Curlew is part of the order Charadriiformes and the Scolopacidae family. Its preferred habitat is mountain, 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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Similar species
Other birds in the Scolopacidae family and Charadriiformes order.