21 April is World Curlew Day!
Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata): "Couldn't believe how close this bird allowed me - she was just off a pathway on the edge of the water. Camera settings not quite right but still, it's the closest I've ever gotten" Thank you David O'Brien in Ireland. #worldcurlewday

21 April is World Curlew Day

Wildlife.net supports the Melbreak Curlew Recovery Project initiative in the UK to reverse the 60% decline in this ground nesting bird species, the Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata)

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Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius): This European & Asian species of Jay is a habitual acorn horder and historically a key player in natural oak woodland regeneration. This Jay species has a harsh screeching call. Photo of a Jay taken by Jeremy Franklin in Hampshire, UK. #wildlife #eurasianjay #jay

Sea Turtle (superfamily Chelonioidea): Thank you to Ieva Slare of Beach4Art and your highly talented family of 4 from Devon, UK for stunning Wildlife Artwork highlighting Sustainability by using natural materials and raising funds for charity through calendars! #turtle #seaturtle #beach4art #nature

Purple Heron (Ardea purpurea) This 97cm (38in) species of Heron is found in Africa, Europe & Asia. In flight this bird retracts its neck and extends its legs beyond its tail. Mainly found around water courses, this Heron feeds on fish & amphibians. Beautiful photo taken by Jero Milan in Spain #heron

Dandelion (genus Taraxacum) are flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, which consists of species commonly known as dandelions native to Eurasia and to North America where they are enjoyed by many & considered invasive in regions of N America by some.. 🌼 #dandelion #dandelions #wildlife #nature 🌼

European Robin (Erithacus rubecula): The "Robin Redbreast" was given its nickname long before a distinction was made in the English language between "Red" & "Orange". Thank you again Matthew Cassar for sharing your lovely photo of this singing Robin taken in the UK 🎶🎵 #robin #nature #bird #wildlife

Common Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs): This species of finch is native to North-West Africa, Europe & Asia. A 14.5cm (5.7 in) bird, it feeds its young on spiders, flies, caterpillars & aphids, outside the breeding season switching to feed on seeds & plant material, normally from the ground #chaffinch

Peacock Butterfly (Aglais io): This colourful butterfly species is native to temperate Asia and Europe, it has a wingspan of 55mm (2.16in) and hibernates in trees or buildings during winter, it can use its eye-spots as an anti-predator deterrent. Beautiful photo taken by Ellena Bailey in the UK.

Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae): This is a large species of Kingfisher reaching up to 42cm (17in). They are an iconic bird in their native Australia. Photo by Kelvin Leong taken at Blackbutt Reserve, Newcastle, Australia #kookaburra #australia #bsky #nature #wildlife #wildlifephotography

Flying Fox (genus Pteropus): These are among the largest bats in the world and are often called fruit bats due to their diet and fox-like facial features. Great photo taken by Jose Miguel Guardeño 🦇 #bat #flyingfox #bats #wildlifephotography #wildlife #nature

Fire Salamander (Salamandra salamandra): This amphibian is native to central Europe, notably forests & hilly areas. They prefer deciduous forests as they like to hide in fallen leaves. Striking image taken by Louie Lajonque in the South of France #firesalamander #salamander #wildlife #france #nature

Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis): This European, North African & Asian species of Kingfisher has a wingspan of 25cm (9.8in). They nest in burrows close to lake edges or in riverbanks and defend their feeding territories from other kingfishers. Striking photo taken by Paul Bell in the UK #kingfisher

Wandering Violin Mantis (Gongylus gongylodes): Up to 11cm (4.3in). Also known as the ornate mantis, or Indian rose mantis, this is a species of praying mantis in the family Empusidae. Impressive close-up photo taken by Raj Bharathi. #mantis #insect #WanderingViolinMantis #wildlife #bug #bugs #nature

Eastern Fox Squirrel (Sciurus niger): Ranging from the southern prairie provinces of Canada through eastern & southern US states, this rodent is North America's largest species of tree squirrel. Their preferred habitat is large trees. Neat photo taken by Maria Luttrell in Alabama, USA #fox #squirrel

Raccoon (Procyon lotor): These mammals are native to North America and have a body length of 70cm (28in). They have a greyish coat which mostly consists of dense underfur which insulates it against cold weather. 🦝
#raccoon #raccoons #bandit #nature #wildlifephotography #wildlife

Blue Pansy butterfly (Junonia orithya) photo taken by Webby Jr in South Kalimantan, Indonesia. #butterfly #BluePansy #BluePansyButterfly #butterflies #wildlifephotography #wildlife #indonesia #nature

Blue-eared Kingfisher (Alcedo meninting) 16cm (6.3in) "The Blue-eared Kingfisher has recently drawn significant attention, captivating photographers with its striking plumage & elusive presence" Kelvin Leong. Thank you Kelvin for sharing this photo taken in Singapore #kingfisher #singapore #wildlife

Eurasian Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus): These 12cm (4.7in) little European & Asian birds usually nest in holes in trees. Thank you again Martina Olivia for sharing your gorgeous Blue Tit photo taken in the UK. #bluetit #tit #bird #birds #wildlifephotography #nature #wildlife #bluesky #bsky

Ringed Kingfisher (Megaceryle torquata) 43cm (17in). This is a large, conspicuous & noisy kingfisher commonly found from Texas in the United States through Central America to Tierra del Fuego in South America. Great photo taken by Daniel Stuhlpfarrer in Texas, USA #kingfisher #wildlife #nature #bird

White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus): This species of Deer raises its tail when disturbed or alarmed and can be found in North & South America. Lovely photo of a fawn taken by Robert Woeger in Canada. #deer #WhiteTailedDeer #wildlife #wildlifephotography #canada #nature

Great Snipe (Gallinago media) 30cm (12in). This is a small stocky wader in the genus Gallinago. This bird's breeding habitat is marshes & wet meadows with short vegetation in north-eastern Europe, including NW Russia. Extraordinary photo of a displaying Snipe taken by Niclas Ahlberg in Sweden #snipe

European Hare (Lepus europaeus): This European mammal can grow up to 75cm (30in) in length. They are also found in Asia and have been introduced into Australasia and the Americas. The fur colour is grizzled yellow-brown. Action photo of Hares taken by Rachel Bennett in the UK #hare #hares #wildlife

Red Kite (Milvus milvus): This European, Asian & north African bird of prey utilises its wingspan of up to 179cm (70in) to great affect soaring, drifting & when necessary acrobatically diving. In-flight photo taken by David Newman in the UK #kite #redkite #hawk #wildlife #nature #wildlifephotography

Eurasian Otter (Lutra lutra): This European and Asian semi-aquatic mammal feeds mainly on fish, but amphibians and ducklings are also taken. Terrific photo taken by Dan Lowth in Andover, UK. #otter #nature #andover #eurasianotter #lutralutra #otters #wildlifephotography #wildlife #aquatic #bluesky

Painted Bunting (Passerina ciris): This is a species in the Cardinal family. The bright coloured plumage of the male of this 14cm (5.5in) bird only develops in its second year. These North American birds feed on seed. Gorgeous photo taken by Stacey Rich Bergman in the United States. #paintedbunting

Southern White-faced Owl (Ptilopsis granti): Native to the southern half of Africa, this beautiful owl species lays 2-3 eggs in an old nest of another bird. The owlets leave the nest about a month later. Beautiful photograph taken in Zimbabwe by Ann Warner🦉
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Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes): This mammal is the largest of the true foxes and is widespread across North America, Europe & Asia, also introduced to Australia. They are omnivorous but feed primarily on small mammals, also taking birds. Photo of two fox cubs taken by Mike Fenton in the UK 🦊

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Yellowhammer (Emberiza citronella): This 16.5cm (6.5in) yellow species of Bunting is native to Europe and Asia. It was also introduced to the Falkland Islands, South Africa, Australia & NZ, this Bunting feeds on seeds, grain, oats. Neat photo taken by Simon Marlow in Shrewsbury, UK. #telliwhammer

Dragonflies and Damselflies have been around for 300 Million years, they live up to 6 months and feed on mosquitos and other insects, keeping numbers in check. They are a good species to have around as they require clean water, indicating a good ecosystem. Photo taken by Truong Dinh Anh in Thailand.