Red Knot
Listed as federally endangered, this bird is a plump sandpiper. In the breeding season they have a red/orange head and underside, with brown, gold, black and white upperparts. In non-breeding birds, the underside is a muted grey/white. These birds migrate from Tierra del Fuego/Patagonia up to the Canadian Arctic, making stops to feed and rest on the shore of western/northern Newfoundland.
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Scientific Name
Calidris canutus rufa
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Common Name
Red Knot
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Species Status Listing
Endangered
Project Challenging story
Increased knowledge: Conducting an ecology project can increase your knowledge of the natural world and ecological processes. You may learn about the different species of plants and animals that inhabit a particular area, their habitats, and how they interact with one another. Improved scientific skills: An ecology project can help you improve your scientific skills, including research, data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
Project Benefits
E-Waste Recycling
By restoring natural channels and improving species habitat.
Ecological Restoration
Degrading urban environments to build healthy sustainable.
Grassland Conservation
Conserving biodiversity, maintaining ecosystem services.
Stream Ecology Restoration
By restoring natural channels and improving species habitat.
