Curlew Numenius arquata Newly Hatched Chicks

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The curlew is the largest European wading bird, instantly recognizable on winter estuaries or summer moors by its long, downcurved bill, brown upperparts, long legs and evocative call. A resident species which is in its breeding habitat from April to July. Coastal numbers build up from July and reach a peak in January and Feb. They eat Worms,small crabs, shellfish and shrimps.

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Location: Norfolk United Kingdom
Photo credit: © Ernie Janes / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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