Spotted Redshank

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The Spotted Redshank is known for its black colour. It passes through western Europe in spring and autumn. Occasionally some Spotted Redshanks spend the summer in western Europe. In winter, the bird has a light grey plumage.

Wiki:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tringa_erythropus

Map:

http://eol.org/pages/1049440/maps

Scientific name:

Tringa erythropus

Presence in western Europe:

Rare

More information

Size:

Pigeon

Birdtype:

waders

Main colour:

Black

Beak colour:

Black

Beak shape:

Thin and long

Crown colour:

Black

Breast colour:

Black

Belly colour:

Black

Throat colour:

Black

Rump colour:

Light grey

Upperwing colour:

Black

Underwing colour:

Grey

Wing shape:

Pointed

Leg colour:

Black

Leg shape:

Stiltlong

Tail colour:

Light grey

Tail shape:

Square