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Black tailed godwits working the mud
Pappa Smurf

Black tailed godwits working the mud (Limosa limosa)

Black tailed godwits working the mud - Such a beautiful day just had to get out, but still having a bit of back trouble. I managed to drive right to the edge of the Exe Estuary at Topsham so all I had to do was stand in mud.
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Habitat
Estuaries and coastal lagoons are the best places to look for black-tailed godwits at almost any time of year, though they also visit wetland sites inland. We also have a small, vulnerable breeding population, on a select few wet meadows and marshes; they
Location
Exe Estuary Devon
Date taken
12.10.2015
Scientific name
Limosa limosa
Equipment used
Canon
AndrewG
Works wonders on the hard skin though Keith, Beautiful capture, well done, tfs.!
 
carann
A fabulous group capture, Keith. Thanks for sharing. I do hope your back is better soon.
Best Wishes.
 
Stanley Jones
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Mud slinging 101 (lol). Brilliant triple capture of these effective godwits adapted beautifully to finding invertebrates in the mud. Outstanding PS!!!!
 
tetoneon
A beautiful capture of these waders, Keith, and a great view of their habitat with that lovely side lighting.
 
Kits
Lovely lighting, and a great group composition, Keith.
 

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