Genus Limnodromus is a classification of shorebirds commonly known as the dowitchers. These birds are of medium size and are mostly found in North America and Eurasia, during their respective migration periods. The family consists of three main species; Long-billed Dowitcher, Short-billed Dowitcher, and Asiatic Dowitcher. Synonyms for this genus include Limnodromus griseus, Limnodromus scolopaceus, and Limnodromus semipalmatus. These birds are known for their unique feeding style of probing mud with their long bills, and foraging in mudflats and shallow water. They are also known for their distinctive whistling call, which can often be heard during their migratory journeys.