Bukidnon Woodcock
Scolopax bukidnonensis
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Scolopacidae
About
The Bukidnon woodcock, or Philippine woodcock is a medium-sized wader. It was only described as new to science as recently as 2001, although the initial specimens had been collected on Luzon in the 1960s, these were originally misidentified as Eurasian woodcock specimens. It was not until the bird was heard calling in 1993, and new specimens obtained on Mindanao in 1995, that it was realised that the species was new. It is listed as Least Concern by the IUCN.
Fun Fact
It was only described as new to science as recently as 2001, although the initial specimens had been collected on Luzon in the 1960s, these were originally misidentified as Eurasian woodcock specimens.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in rugged and inaccessible mountains, this has allowed a large portion of its habitat to remain intact.
Diet
Feeds on worms and other invertebrates These birds fly in a wide circuit over the forest, giving a loud, metallic, rattling `pip-pip-pip-pip-pip` interspersed by very quiet grunts.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance