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Woodcock survey resources

Woodcock breeding distribution change map 2007-2011.

Survey documentation

Please find below details of the survey instructions and recording forms which can be printed and taken into the field, so data can be subsequently entered on-line.  You will also find other useful survey and supporting  information.

Essential survey downloads:

Additional survey downloads:

Woodcock calls

It is essential to be familiar with the calls made by Woodcock before commencing your survey.  The following examples cover all the main calls likely to be encountered.

  1. 'Whistle' calls'
    Listen here
  2. 'Whistle' and 'grunt' calls
    Listen here
  3. Two males interacting
    Listen here


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