Jack Snipe
Lymnocryptes minimus
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Scolopacidae
About
The jack snipe or jacksnipe is a small stocky wader. It is the smallest snipe, and the only member of the genus Lymnocryptes. Features such as its sternum and its continuous 'bobbing up and down' make it quite distinct from other snipes or woodcocks.
Fun Fact
Features such as its sternum and its continuous 'bobbing up and down' make it quite distinct from other snipes or woodcocks.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Habitat is marshes, bogs, tundra and wet meadows with short vegetation in northern Europe and northern Russia.
Diet
Eat insects and earthworms, also plant material.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance