Red Phalarope
Phalaropus fulicarius
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Scolopacidae
About
The red phalarope or grey phalarope is a small wader. This phalarope breeds in the Arctic regions of North America and Eurasia. It is migratory, and, unusually for a wader, migrates mainly on oceanic routes, wintering at sea on tropical oceans.
Fun Fact
The breeding female is predominantly dark brown and black above, with red underparts and white cheek patches.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in areas where converging ocean currents produce upwellings and are often found near groups of whales.
Diet
Insectivore
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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