American Woodcock
Scolopax minor
Physical Characteristics
Size
10-12 inches
Wingspan
17.5-18.9 inches
Weight
4.1-9.8 oz
Plumage
Chunky, mottled brown, very long bill, large eyes set high and far back
Distinctive Features
Chunky
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Moist woodlands, fields
🍽️ Diet
Earthworms, insects
🦅 Behavior
Probes in mud with long bill, spectacular courtship displays, crepuscular
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Short-distance migrant
🎵 Sounds
Peent' calls, twittering in display flight
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
American Woodcocks have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 10-12 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a American Woodcock sound like?
American Woodcocks make 'Peent' calls, twittering in display flight. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do American Woodcocks live?
American Woodcocks inhabit moist woodlands, fields. Short-distance migrant
What do American Woodcocks eat?
The diet of American Woodcocks consists primarily of earthworms, insects. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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