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“Snipe Hunts” have been historically used as an excuse to get out of the house and into the woods, often with an ulterior motive of indulging in adult beverages. However, the snipe does indeed exist, ...

An "elusive" and rarely seen wading bird has proved to be a highlight of the autumn migratory season for birdwatchers at a nature reserve. Birds including the jack snipe have been arriving at RSPB ...