Great knot

Calidris tenuirostris

The great knot (Calidris tenuirostris) is a medium-sized wader.

Family: Scolopacidae Order: Charadriiformes Conservation: Endangered
Great knot

About the Great knot

The great knot (Calidris tenuirostris) is a medium-sized wader. It is one of the largest species in the genus Calidris. It is a migratory bird which breeds in eastern Siberia, Russia, and flies to southern Asia and Australia in the northern winter.

Fun Facts About Great knot

  • It is one of the largest species in the genus Calidris.
  • It is a migratory bird which breeds in eastern Siberia, Russia, and flies to southern Asia and Australia in the northern winter.

Conservation Status

The Great knot is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. This species is at significant risk of extinction and requires active conservation efforts.

View on IUCN Red List →

Taxonomy & Classification

OrderCharadriiformes
FamilyScolopacidae
GenusCalidris
SpeciesCalidris tenuirostris

🛍️ Great knot Gifts & Merch

Show your love for great knots! Find t-shirts, hoodies, stickers, mugs, and more at our store.

Browse Great knot Merch →

Related Species

Other species in the Scolopacidae family: