Knot

A dumpy short legged grey wading bird that visits our coasts during the winter months. Breeding in the Arctic tundra it can be found on estuaries and mudflats here in the winter. In winter, It is grey above and white below. In summer the chest, belly and face are brick-red. In flight, it shows a pale rump and a faint wing-stripe. In winter they form huge flocks that wheel and turn and create spectacular displays. Their diet consists of shellfish and worms. Can be seen around UK coasts between August and May. Largest numbers can be seen at high tide roosts between December and March. Length: 23-25cm.