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Southern Curlew

Tringa phaeopus

About this species

The Southern Curlew (Scolopacidae) is widely distributed across Europe, where it favours coastal environments and plays a key role in its ecosystem.

The Southern Curlew is part of the order Charadriiformes and the Scolopacidae family. Its preferred habitat is coastal, 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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