Wetlands, migrants and seabirds

Eastern Curlew

Numenius madagascariensis

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An Eastern Curlew flies with its long curved bill and broad barred wings clearly visible.
tcager (opens in a new tab) · CC0 (opens in a new tab)Ola, Magadan Oblast, Russia, June 2024

In focus

A remarkable journey to our shores

With its long, downward-curving bill and impressive size, the Eastern Curlew is one of the most distinctive visitors to Australian shores. It travels between north-east Asian breeding grounds and coastal feeding areas farther south. Tidal flats and safe high-tide resting places help sustain the next stage of its remarkable journey.

Where to look

Coastal Australia, including east-coast estuaries and tidal wetlands.

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