Description
This original wildlife photograph captures a Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa) in flight in Gujarat, India. The image showcases this elegant long-legged wader in its natural environment, highlighting its distinctive shape, long bill and broad wings during flight.
About the Black-tailed Godwit
The Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa) is a large wader belonging to the sandpiper family, Scolopacidae. It is recognized by its long straight bill, long legs and contrasting black-and-white tail pattern.
Black-tailed Godwits are strongly associated with wetland habitats and can be found around shallow water, marshes, mudflats, flooded fields and other suitable feeding areas.
Black-tailed Godwit in Gujarat
Gujarat is an important destination for wintering waterbirds, with numerous wetlands and coastal and inland habitats supporting migratory species.
The Black-tailed Godwit is a winter visitor in Gujarat, and records indicate that it can be seen across the state in suitable wetland habitat.
For bird photographers and birdwatchers, the arrival of winter migrants adds significant diversity to Gujarat’s already rich wetland birdlife.
Black-tailed Godwit in Flight
The Black-tailed Godwit has a distinctive flight profile, with its long legs extending beyond the tail and broad wings providing an elegant silhouette in the air.
An in-flight photograph can showcase characteristics that are useful for bird identification while also capturing the movement and grace of this migratory wader.
Habitat
Black-tailed Godwits are associated with wetland environments, including:
- Marshes
- Mudflats
- Shallow wetlands
- Flooded grasslands
- Wet agricultural fields
- Estuarine and coastal wetlands
These habitats provide important feeding and resting areas for migratory waders.
Conservation Status
The State of India’s Birds 2025 assessment classifies the Black-tailed Godwit as a High Priority species in India. It lists the species as Near Threatened globally, a winter migrant, and a wetland-associated bird. It is also protected under Schedule II of India’s Wildlife Protection Act. The assessment reports a rapid declining long-term trend and rapid current annual decline in India.
These conservation concerns highlight the importance of protecting wetlands and other habitats used by migratory waterbirds.
About This Photograph
This original bird photograph captures a Black-tailed Godwit (Limosa limosa) in flight in Gujarat, India.
The photograph can be used for:
- Bird photography collections
- Wildlife and nature collections
- Bird identification and educational material
- Conservation and environmental projects
- Nature magazines
- Books and field guides
- Calendars
- Websites and digital publications
- Exhibitions
- Editorial projects
- Commercial projects
Product Details
Common Name: Black-tailed Godwit
Scientific Name: Limosa limosa
Bird Group: Wader / Shorebird
Family: Scolopacidae
Behaviour: In Flight
Location: Gujarat, India
Status in Gujarat: Winter Visitor / Winter Migrant
Habitat: Wetlands, mudflats, marshes, shallow water and flooded areas
Diet: Invertebrates, insects and other small aquatic prey
Global Conservation Status: Near Threatened (NT)
Indian Protection: Schedule II
Photographer: Amarjeetsinh Jhala
Photography Type: Bird & Wildlife Photography
Original Wildlife Photography by Amarjeetsinh Jhala
This is an original wildlife photograph by Indian wildlife and bird photographer Amarjeetsinh Jhala.
The photograph represents the diversity of migratory birdlife found in Gujarat and is created for people who appreciate authentic wildlife photography and India’s natural heritage.
Licensing Options
Personal Use
Suitable for personal collections, wallpapers, home décor and other non-commercial uses.
Commercial Use
Suitable for websites, digital marketing, advertising, promotional material and other commercial applications.
Printing & Publication
Suitable for magazines, books, calendars, brochures, exhibitions, editorial projects and high-quality printed publications.
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