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Whimbrel
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Numenius phaeopus

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Whimbrel - Photo 1

Whimbrel on the beach

Whimbrels average 3-5 eggs per clutch.

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Whimbrel in flight

The whimbrel's wingspan averages 30-35 inches.

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Whimbrel - Photo 3

Whimbrels on the beach

Whimbrels are often found along rocky and sandy beaches.

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whimbrel eating crab

Whimbrels use their long beaks to dig up invertebrates like crabs, sea shrimp and snails.

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