https://www.highlandphotography.co.uk/p319003772 Curlew <em>(Numenius arquata)</em><br/>Curlew are known for their evocative call. They are the largest European wading bird. Around 30% of the Western European population winters in the UK, making it of international importance. However curlew are declining in numbers and are listed Red for conservation status.<br/>In winter they can be seen feeding on tidal mudflats and on nearby farmland. In summer they can be seen on upland moors where they breed.<br/>Curlew are ground nesting birds. The nest is known as a &quot;scrape&quot;. The chicks will remain with the parents for around four weeks. en-us (C) Chris Stuart Highland Photography chris@csimages.co.uk (Chris Stuart Highland Photography) Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT Birds Animals https://www.highlandphotography.co.uk/img/s/v-10/p695282119-10.jpg https://www.highlandphotography.co.uk/p319003772 120 90 https://www.highlandphotography.co.uk/p319003772/e297129C7

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