Common Snipe [Gallinago]

Description

Gallinago is a genus of wading birds known for their camouflage plumage and long, straight bills, which they use to probe soft mud for invertebrates. These birds are commonly found in marshes, wet meadows, and the edges of lakes and rivers. They have a distinctive flight pattern during courtship displays and are known for the 'winnowing' sound created by their tail feathers in flight.