The Wood Sandpiper is a small wading bird belonging to the family Scolopacidae. It is characterized by its long legs, slender body, and distinctive greenish-brown plumage with white spots. This bird typically inhabits wetlands, marshes, and shallow lakes, where it forages for insects, crustaceans, and small invertebrates. During migration, the Wood Sandpiper travels between its breeding grounds in northern Europe and Asia and its wintering areas in Africa and southern Asia. It is known for its unique feeding behavior, often seen probing the mud with its long bill. The species is recognized for its melodious calls, especially during the breeding season.