Ruff [Philomachus]

Description

Philomachus includes shorebirds like the ruff, a distinctive species known for the large, ornate collar of feathers males display during the breeding season. These birds are found in a variety of wetland habitats, from freshwater marshes to coastal estuaries. Ruffs are highly sociable during migration and wintering, often forming large, mixed-species flocks.

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