Latham's Snipe
Gallinago hardwickii
Near ThreatenedAves · Charadriiformes · Scolopacidae
About
Latham's snipe, also Japanese snipe is a medium-sized, long-billed, migratory snipe of the East Asian–Australasian Flyway. The origin of the bird's common name is not clear. John Latham was a well-known English physician and ornithologist in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and had a great interest in Australasian birds. However, he had no apparent connection with the snipe named after him.
Fun Fact
The origin of the bird's common name is not clear.
Quick Facts
Habitat
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Diet
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Lifespan
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Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change