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Birds of Ireland: Redshank

Usually seen on estuaries and wetland, redshanks are very noisy when disturbed

Birds of Ireland: Redshank — Redshank feeding

Mon, 24 Feb, 2025 - 10:28

Jim Wilson and Mark Carmody

Redshank (Cosdeargán / Tringa totanus)

Redshanks are around 27-29 cm long and have a wingspan of 45-52cm.

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