Red Knot

Calidris canutus

The Red Knot is a medium-sized shorebird known for its long migration from the Arctic to the southern tip of South America. During the breeding season, it displays a rich rufous plumage, which fades to a pale gray in winter. This species has a distinctive, short, straight bill and a plump body. Red Knots forage on coastal mudflats and beaches, using their sensitive bills to probe for invertebrates. Their population has declined due to habitat loss and disturbance at key stopover sites, as well as climate change affecting their Arctic breeding grounds.

Habitat: Coastal mudflats and beaches