Nyanyian dan panggilan Common Snipe

Nyanyian dan panggilan selalunya cara paling mudah untuk mengenal pasti Common Snipe, terutamanya apabila burung tersembunyi dalam dedaunan tebal. Inilah yang perlu didengari.

Nyanyian

The 'song' is a mechanical sound known as 'drumming' or 'bleating,' produced by air rushing through the stiffened outer tail feathers during a rapid dive in the display flight. It sounds like a vibrating, pulsating 'hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo'.

Panggilan

The most common call is a sharp, explosive 'scape!' or 'chick-chick' given when flushed. Also produces a 'chip-per' call during display flights and a 'tchik-a, tchik-a' call on the ground.

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Calls are given year-round, especially when flushed. Drumming display is primarily heard during the breeding season (spring and early summer), often at dawn, dusk, and sometimes at night.

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