Eurasian woodcock

The Eurasian woodcock is a shy, well-camouflaged bird that lives in the woodlands of Europe and Asia. Its mottled brown feathers blend perfectly with leaf litter, and it uses its extra-long bill to sniff out worms underground. This bird can see all around itself without turning its head, which helps it spot danger while feeding.

• Its eyes are positioned to see behind itself without moving.
• Uses a long flexible bill to find earthworms in soft soil.
• Struggles to feed when winter frosts harden the ground.