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Europe
Speckled Curlew
Numenius americanus
About this species
Native to Europe, the Speckled Curlew thrives in mountain habitats and belongs to the Scolopacidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Speckled 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 Near Threatened, 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.