Curlew Sandpiper is a breeder of the Siberian tundra and is seen only as an infrequent vagrant in North America. It is distinguished by its long decurved bill, and a white rump visible in flight. The breeding male boasts a handsome brick red color on the underparts.
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Curlew Sandpiper
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
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Curlew Sandpiper
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
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Curlew Sandpiper
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
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Curlew Sandpiper
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
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Curlew Sandpiper
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
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Curlew Sandpiper
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
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Curlew Sandpiper
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
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Curlew Sandpiper (note size comparison with Sanderling, Semipalmated Sandpipers, and Common Tern)
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
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Curlew Sandpiper – with Semipalmated Sandpipers
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
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Curlew Sandpiper – with Semipalmated Sandpipers
Mecox Inlet, Bridgehampton, NY
August 22, 2013©John Schwarz
