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Birdsong field guide

Fuegian Snipe

Gallinago stricklandii

The Fuegian Snipe is a large, stocky shorebird endemic to the subantarctic regions of South America, known for its cryptic plumage and elusive nature.

What it sounds like

A low, rasping 'char-woo' or 'skwait' vocalization, accompanied by a hollow humming sound produced aerially by its tail.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Eduardo Quintanilla · ChileCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

It is the largest species in the genus Gallinago, characterized by a particularly heavy bill and robust frame.
Unlike most snipes that prefer open wetlands, this species frequently inhabits dense scrub and subantarctic forest undergrowth.
During breeding displays, it produces a mechanical 'drumming' sound by vibrating specialized outer tail feathers during high-speed dives.
It is primarily crepuscular or nocturnal, remaining well-hidden in thick vegetation during the daylight hours.
The species is currently classified as Near Threatened due to its restricted range and the degradation of its specialized bog habitats.

Habitat

Cushion bogs, moorlands, and damp, shrubby edges of evergreen forests.

Range

Southernmost Chile and Argentina (Tierra del Fuego) and the Falkland Islands.

Similar & commonly confused birds

African SnipeGallinago nigripennis Common SnipeGallinago gallinago Giant SnipeGallinago undulata Great SnipeGallinago media Imperial SnipeGallinago imperialis Jameson's SnipeGallinago jamesoni Jameson's SnipeGallinago jamesoni Latham's SnipeGallinago hardwickii

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