What does the Black-tailed Godwit eat?

The Black-tailed Godwit's diet shapes where and when you'll find it. Understanding what it eats helps you predict where to look.

Diet overview

Omnivore (primarily invertebrates)

How it forages

Probes soft mud and shallow water with its long bill to find invertebrates such as insect larvae, worms, molluscs, and crustaceans. Also consumes some plant material, especially seeds and roots, particularly in winter.

When it feeds

Diurnal, but can feed at night during migration or on tidal flats.

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