Eurasian Dotterel

Eudromias morinellus

The Eurasian Dotterel is a small migratory bird known for its distinctive breeding plumage, which includes a chestnut belly, gray head, and bold black and white facial markings. During the breeding season, males perform striking aerial displays to attract females. These birds breed in open upland areas across northern Europe and Asia, and migrate to wintering grounds in North Africa and the Middle East. Their habitat includes mountain plateaus, moors, and tundra. Eurasian Dotterels are known for their cryptic behavior, blending into their surroundings to avoid predators. They are categorized as Near Threatened due to declining populations caused by habitat loss and disturbance.

Habitat: Open upland areas, mountain plateaus, moors, tundra