Common Redshank
Also known as Tringa totanus, redshank
species of bird
AI overview
The Common Redshank is a medium-sized wading bird found across Europe and Asia that is known for its distinctive red legs and bill. It matters because it is an important indicator species for wetland health and serves as a key part of the ecosystems where it breeds and winters.
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Species
Least Concerncommon redshank
Species
- PhylumChordata
- ClassAves
- OrderCharadriiformes
- FamilyScolopacidae
Habitatmarine, brackish, freshwater
via IUCN
Wikidata facts
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- Tringa totanus - Common Redshank, Mersin 2016-12-11 07-2.jpg
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The common redshank or simply redshank (Tringa totanus) is a Eurasian wader in the large family Scolopacidae.
Taxonomy