Over 170 American Woodcock Killed by Week-long Freeze
By: Story and photos by Scott Whittle | Published: 2026-02-03 21:49:00 | Source: www.capemaycountyherald.com
In spring, they’re known for their spectacular courtship display. At dusk, males gather in open fields, strut and call with a nasal “peent,” then suddenly launch straight up into the air, wings whistling, climbing high before spiraling back down to land exactly where they started.
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The performance repeats throughout the twilight hours, drawing in females for mating. It’s one of the great…
