Eudromias morinellus
The Eurasian Dotterel (Eudromias morinellus) is a migratory bird species that visits Croatia during its spring and autumn migrations.
With its distinctive plumage, characterized by a reddish-brown breast band and a striking black and white face pattern, the Eurasian Dotterel is a delightful sight to behold. These birds prefer open habitats such as grasslands, moorlands, and tundra, where they forage for insects, seeds, and berries. During their stopovers in Croatia, they can often be seen resting and feeding in coastal areas, fields, and mountainous regions.
As they journey thousands of kilometers between their breeding grounds in the Arctic and their wintering grounds in Africa, it's essential to protect their stopover sites and ensure they have safe passage along their migration routes. By conserving their habitats and minimizing disturbances, we can help safeguard the Eurasian Dotterel and other migratory bird species for generations to come.