Tringa nebularia
Greenshank - Found around coastal areas and inland, estuaries feeding on small shellfish, molluscs, small fish and crustaceans. The male builds the nest, a shallow depression lined with feathers and vegetation. Carney Co. Sligo and Quinta Do Lago Portugal.
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▼ Greenshank at Raghly Harbour Co. Sligo
▼Greenshank feeding alongside a Redshank at Ludo Salt Lake in Portugal. This clip clearly showing the difference between the two. The Redshank with the obvious red legs. The Greenshank is a larger built bird with a longer slightly upturned bill. Faster moving than the Redshank as it darts around after small shellfish.
