Waders and River Birds

Discover the range of birds you may spot across Scotland.

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Curlew

The curlew is the largest European wading bird, recognisable on winter estuaries or summer moors with its long down-curved bill, brown upperparts and long legs.
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Kingfisher

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Kingfishers are shy birds, but unmistakable if fortunate to be seen.
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Grey Heron

The largest European heron. It can stand with neck stretched out, looking for food, or hunch down with its neck bent over its chest.
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Oystercatcher

You can’t mistake an oystercatcher. They are distinctive and vocal birds.
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Red Necked Phalarope

These small, delicate waders are adapted well to spending a lot of time on water.
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Dipper

These small, delicate waders are adapted well to spending a lot of time on water.
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