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Sanderling?

Location: Earth » North America » United States » Texas » Chambers County

Date: February 5, 2007

I'm almost positive, but not quite confident in my ID.

Posted by Graham Montgomery on August 03, 2007 14:38. Last updated: August 14, 2007 13:11.

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Yes...
you nailed it. The winter attire of this piper is quite pale compared to that of other Calidris pipers. The bill is larger, also.

Posted by Stephen Luk on August 06, 2007 22:30.

Moved
"Moved to Guide." I have a photo of a similar bird which I wasn't sure of the on the ID. I'll post it shortly.

Posted by Mike Boone on August 14, 2007 13:14.

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