The European Sandpiper is a small wading bird that is commonly found in moist or marshy habitats across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The scientific name for this bird is Actitis hypoleucos, but it is also known by several other common names, including Common Sandpiper, Eurasian Sandpiper, and Green Sandpiper. These names are often used interchangeably in different regions and by different birding enthusiasts. Other synonyms for the European Sandpiper include the Gray Sandpiper, White Sandpiper, and Wood Sandpiper. These birds are known for their unique foraging techniques, which involve a distinctive bobbing motion as they search for food along the water's edge.