Wilson's Snipe

Wilson's Snipe

(Gallinago delicata)

  • Size: 9 -11 in long
  • Diet: Insects and earthworms
  • Seasonal Habits: Active year round
  • Temperament: Skittish

They have been in North America since the 1840s. They are an elusive animal that can only be found in open areas at night. Best chances of being caught are by an individual with a gunny sack waiting for someone else to jump the snipe out and send it in their direction.