Greenshank
Tringa nebularia
A graceful wader with greenish legs and a slightly upturned bill, the Greenshank is similar to the Redshank but more subtle in appearance. They are usually seen singly or in small groups as they wander through wetlands during migration.
- Habitat: Tidal flats and estuarine edges with soft, wet ground.
- When to See: Mainly during spring and autumn migration.
- Diet / Food: Tiny invertebrates, including insects and worms found in the mud.
- Length: 30–35 cm