Greater Yellowlegs
Tringa melanoleuca
Conservation Status
Near ThreatenedAves · Charadriiformes · Scolopacidae
About
The greater yellowlegs is a large shorebird in the family Scolopacidae. It breeds in central Canada and southern Alaska and winters in southern North America, Central America, the West Indies and South America.
Fun Fact
They are also the largest shanks apart from the willet, which is altogether more robustly built.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Habitat is bogs and marshes in the boreal forest region of Canada and Alaska.
Diet
Eat insects and small fish, as well as crustaceans, marine worms, frogs, seeds and berries.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change
External Data Sources
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