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Wilson's Snipe (Gallinago delicata)

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One of the most ethereal of spring sounds is that made by the Wilson's Snipe. Much as if they were playing a reed instrument, the male snipe produces a winnowing sound in flight by metering, with his wings, the flow of air over his tail-feathers. Among the most venerable of practical jokes... read more »

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Two Wings and a Tail

The Wilson's Snipe lives in marshes and muddy areas, where it probes for worms and other squirmy delights. But when spring comes, it takes to the air. The male Wilson's Snipe circles high above in a series of roller-coaster arcs, each descent marked by a loud and distinctive sound. This winnowing... read more »

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Wilson's Snipe

Snipe in Ed Levin Park, Milpitas, CA read more »

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Wilson's Snipe - singing on territory in Wyoming

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Strange Nighttime Sound - Wilson's Snipe winnowing

9,000 above sea level in Roosevelt National Forest in Colorado, a male Wilson's Snipe displays at night. Thanks, CamillaCalamity, for the cool video! (Even if we can't see the bird. And listen for the American Robin in the distance, disturbed by the sound.) read more »

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