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antiqueanimals · 2 months

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Florida Wildlife; vol. 12, no. 2. July, 1958. Illustration by Wallace Hughes.

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#birds #waders #sandpipers #western sandpiper #pectoral sandpiper #semipalmated sandpiper #least sandpiper #sanderling #red knot #Wallace Hughes

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na-bird-of-the-day · 1 year

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BOTD: Pectoral Sandpiper

Photo: Aaron Maizlish

"This is one of the 'grasspipers,' more likely to be seen in grassy marshes or wet fields than on wide-open mudflats. Its spring migration is mostly through the Great Plains, with smaller numbers east to the Atlantic; the species is found coast to coast in fall, but is still scarcer in the west. The name 'Pectoral' refers to the inflatable air sac on the male's chest, puffed out during his bizarre hooting flight display over the Arctic tundra."

- Audubon Field Guide

#birds #pectoral sandpiper #sandpiper #birds of north america #north american birds #sandpipers #shorebirds #wading birds #waders #birds of the us #birds of canada #birds of mexico #birds of central america #birds of the caribbean #birding #bird watching #birdblr #birblr #Calidris melanotos

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mostlybirdsandphotos · 2 years

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various creatures at the lake!

long-billed dowitcher ^

killdeer ^

canadian goose ^

snail (unidentified) ^

pectoral sandpiper (I think!) ^

douglas squirrel ^

wilson's snipes ^

all seen in one morning! plenty of wood ducks and mallards as well ( ˙꒳˙ )

#my photography!#bird photography #birding #long-billed dowitcher #killdeer #canadian goose #snail #pectoral sandpiper #douglas squirrel #wilson's snipe #lmk if you know snails really well lol #it looks kinda like a quick gloss snail from what I looked up? but I'm not confident in snail id (｡>ヮ< )

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dansnaturepictures · 1 year

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Post 1 of my wildlife and photography highlights posts of the year: 10 key moments/themes of my birdwatching year

Seeing Short-eared Owl, my first ever Merlins, Cattle Egret, lots of Razorbills and more in an amazing first week of the year

From my traditional New Year’s Day bird year list building walk at Lakeside Country Park, to a big day trip to Slimbridge, my birding year started amazingly with so many species seen on a week off to start the year and top ones, Goldeneye, Common Crane, Bewick’s Swan, Common Gull, Jay, Barn Owl, Whimbrel, Black-throated Diver, Great Northern Diver, Knot, Gannet and Black-necked Grebe among other highlights. I took the first picture in this photoset of Dunlins at Hayling Island that week.

A post about it at the time: https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/672305722906820608/2122-lymington-greenshank-goldeneye

Seeing Lesser Spotted Woodpecker and Goshawk at Millyford Bridge in the New Forest on a gloriously sunny morning and then Grey Partridge, Skylark, Corn Bunting and Linnet at Martin Down on one March Saturday

What a day, one of my best ever in wildlife watching! I took the second picture in this photoset of a Corn Bunting that day.

Blog at the time: https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/679191179908300800/19032022-blog-2-of-2-martin-down-following-on

Seeing an Osprey fly over Skomer Island whilst looking at Puffins and other seabirds, with Chough and Red Kite seen soon after

A joyful year defining moment when some of my favourite birds collided. Both Puffin and Osprey were birds I had an amazing year for with multiple sightings. I took the third picture in this photoset of the Osprey over Skomer.

Blog about it at the time: https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/682628385522008064/26042022-blog-1-of-3-skomer-island-and-martins

Seeing Tawny Owl at Hoe Lane and Dippers that had bred in Hampshire at War Memorial Park in Romsey two weeks apart

Two smashing moments from a brilliant few weeks before and around the Jubilee bank holiday weekend with two of my favourite birds in another strong year I had for them. I got the fourth picture in this photoset of the Tawny Owl.

Blog at the time: https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/684985624455938048/22nd-may-2022-blog-2-of-2-fishlake-meadows-me-and

The Black-browed Albatross of Bempton Cliffs and Bee-eaters of Trimingham

Two of the stars of a strong crop of new birds full of big name species I saw this year on trips away over the summer months, Albie the returning bird to Bempton Cliffs and the history making Bee-eaters both iconic species. And truly beautiful and stunning ones too. I took the fifth picture in this photoset of the Black-browed Albatross.

A blog at the time: https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/687615349094580224/20th-june-2022-bempton-cliffs-post-one-of-two-the

My two favourite breeding birds to follow, Winchester Cathedral’s Peregrines and Lakeside’s Great Crested Grebes in an amazing year I had for seeing and photographing young birds overall

A key theme of my year with the two particular families it was a pleasure to follow at the head of it seeing so much of the young birds. I got the sixth picture in this photoset of a young Peregrine.

A blog at the time: https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/691417131306418176/1822-winchester-and-lakeside-photos-i-took

A strong set of birds seen in summer going into autumn: Pied Flycatchers, Spotted Flycatchers, Yellow Wagtails, Whinchat and Curlew Sandpipers with Little Stint, Pectoral Sandpiper and Black Tern seen on a brilliant August bank holiday Monday at Lymington-Keyhaven nature reserve

A memorable time of year that I look back on as key to my successful birding year going into migration with a lot of these species I loved seeing multiple times. I took the seventh picture in this photoset of a Spotted Flycatcher at Pig Bush in the New Forest.

A blog at the time: https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/692503439224307712/130822-curlew-sandpipers-and-more-at-farlington

White-tailed Eagle at Poole Harbour

I know the re-introduction of White-tailed Eagles on the Isle of Wight has been polarising within birding, however aside from the aspects of my hobby concerned with lists and what is wild or not, I do admire this re-introduction project and love these birds. So when I finally saw one of them after a few years or hoping and a few attempts in 2022 on the brilliant boat trip with Birds of Poole Harbour in September, it was simply one of my most joyous and favourite moments with a bird this year. I took the eighth picture in this photoset of a beautiful view the day I saw the eagle at Poole Harbour.

Blog on the day: https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/695761688752996352/18th-september-2022-post-1-of-2-boat-trip-with

Seeing the Wryneck at Lepe in late September, a fitting 200th bird species seen this year for me

A real wow moment as we got exquisite views of this phenomenal and distinctive bird, a true pleasure to see, it was only my second ever sighting of one and was one of the best moments of my 2022. I took the ninth picture in this photoset of it.

Blog at the time: https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/696306561053802496/24092022-wryneck-and-more-at-lepe-we-came-to

Seeing Black Redstarts at Southsea Castle in November, my 201st bird of the year making my year list my highest ever and seeing a Hen Harrier at Pig Bush in the New Forest and Snow Bunting at Milford-on-Sea that month

Sensational birding moments towards the end of the year, the Black Redstarts a euphoric high of my incredible year of birds with an eyecatching species I adore and have a strong personal bond with a fitting way to make my year list my highest ever. The Hen Harrier a surprise and thrilling moment at a place close to my heart, the Snow Bunting phenomenal views of a gorgeous and electrifying bird I took the tenth picture in this photoset of it.

A blog at the time:

https://dansnaturepictures.tumblr.com/post/701476570069696512/201122-pig-bush-in-the-new-forest-we-came-here

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squawkoverflow · 2 years

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A new variant has been added!

Pectoral Sandpiper (Calidris melanotos) © Louis Agassiz Fuertes

It hatches from abrupt, arctic, beefy, brown, common, curved, dark, dense, distinct, grassy, high, large, low, much, muddy, new, open, other, overall, pale, sharp, small, southern, wet, white, yellow, and yellowish eggs.

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#squawkoverflow #pectoral sandpiper #calidris melanotos #birds #louis agassiz fuertes

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thelostcanyon · 3 months

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Pectoral Sandpiper (Calidris melanotos), Bolivar Flats, Galveston County, Texas.

#birds #gulf coastal plain #texas #photographers on tumblr

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avocetandperegrine · 4 months

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another rare bird for Goa in this streak of 15 days Pectoral Sandpiper Curtorim Wetlands 6th January 2023 clicked on an Avocet & Peregrine trip!

Visit the website: https://birding.avocet-peregrine.com/

#birdingtours #avocetandperegrine #birdwatching #birdphotography

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twf2020 · 8 months

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Uncovering the unique Biodiversity of Gujarat — The Rann ecosystem

Gujarat is a state in western India. It is well known for its vibrant culture and rich history. However, it is also home to some of the most interesting ecosystems in the world. Gujarat has a very unique biodiversity ecosystem known as the Rann. This region consists of The Rann (Salt Marshes ecosystem), Greater Rann of Kachchh (GRK) and Little Rann of Kachchh (LRK).

Unfortunately, the Rann ecosystem of Gujarat is often overlooked. Moreover, these ecosystems are characterized by saline marshes, deserts and other extreme environmental conditions. Yet beneath the seemingly lifeless landscape lies an amazing treasure of unique and fascinating species that have adapted to the harsh conditions of this saline ecosystem. Therefore, let’s explore the rich biodiversity of Kutch’s salt marshes and the importance of protecting this fragile environment.

Migratory Flamingo and other birds

One of the most notable species found in Kutch’s salt marshes is the flamingo. Spotting these birds is a spectacle, with thousands of them flocking to this area during the winter months to breed & feed. The salt marshes provide an ideal habitat for these birds. This is because they are rich in the small crustaceans and algae that form the flamingos’ primary food source.

Moreover, the region is also home to a diverse array of wading birds like sandpipers, plovers and herons. These birds have adapted to the saline environment by developing specialized salt glands. Specifically, these enable them to excrete excess salt & maintain their internal water balance. The Rann is also home to various species of bustards.

Indian Wild Ass

What is the vegetation found in the Rann?

The vegetation in the Rann ecosystem is also unique and diverse. The GRK has a mangrove belt that includes species such as Avicennia marina and Aegiceras corniculatum. The salt-tolerant vegetation in the Rann includes species such as Salvadora oleoides, Prosopis juliflora, and Tamarix aphylla. The LRK has a large number of Prosopis juliflora trees, which provide shelter and food for several species of birds and animals. Unfortunately, various poorly planned plantation drives have led to the spread of invasive flora.

Aquatic Animals

One of the most unique & fascinating semi aquatic animal here is the mudskipper — a fish that has adapted to life on land. This fish is a strange-looking creature which is able to breathe air through the skin and can move around on land using the pectoral fins. The fiddler crab is another interesting animal found here. These crabs are small colorful crabs with oversized claw on one side of their body. They use them for communication, attracting mates and defending their territory. Fiddler crabs are highly adapted to life in the intertidal zone where they feed on algae & detritus and bury themselves in the mud to avoid predators.

Threat to the salt marshes of Rann

Despite the rich biodiversity of these salt marshes, this fragile ecosystem is under severe threat, majorly from a variety of human activities. One of the biggest threats is the extraction of salt from these marshes. It can disrupt the delicate balance of the ecosystem & destroy the habitats of many wonderful species. Pollution and habitat destruction from human settlements and industries are also major threats to the ecosystem.

We at Think Wildlife Foundation recently launched our Livelihoods for Conservation project to provide alternative, sustainable livelihoods to the communities living with wildlife. This is with the aim to incentivize conservation while uplifting these communities economically. You can purchase merchandise from these communities here!

Written by: Ram Dayal Vaishnav

Originally published at https://thinkwildlifefoundation.com on May 24, 2023.

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queerbirdnerd · 2 years

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Pectoral Sandpiper - 08/28/22 #shorebirds #shorebirdsofinstagram #shorebirdsarehard #ohiobirding #birdphotography #birding #birdwatching #birdnerd #birdingforall #planetbirds #bns_birds #best_birds_of_ig #your_best_birds #birds_captures #eye_spy_birds #nuts_about_birds #bestofthebuckeyestate #harnessyourphotography #ohiowildlife #ohiowildlifephotography #yourwildohio #wildohio #wildlife #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #ohionature #ohionaturephotography #lgbtqphotographers (at Walborn Reservoir) https://www.instagram.com/p/CiNlesVsc77/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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speakingofnature · 2 years

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Pectoral Sandpiper

South America is the winter home of the Pectoral Sandpiper. They pass through Iowa on their way to the arctic where they nest. While here they find food by probing the mud in wetlands where small crustaceans and insects make up much of their diet.

#Pectoral Sandpiper #nature

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birds-and-friends · 3 years

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Full video: Alaska's Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge, Cornell Lab

#i THINK this is a pectoral sandpiper #please correct if wrong lol #animals #birds #sandpiper #pectoral sandpiper #wildlife #wild species #gif #op #waders

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higejiiotherareas · 4 years

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アメリカウズラシギ　2020.09.07

9月7日に撮ったこのシギもアメリカウズラシギと判明しました。

#アメリカウズラシギ #野鳥 #鳥 #Pectoral Sandpiper #birds

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dansnaturepictures · 2 years

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29/08/2022-Brilliant birding bank holiday Monday at Lymington-Keyhaven nature reserve

We had a look at a couple of spots within this reserve today, Pennington’s Butts lagoon and Lymington’s Normandy lagoon area to look for birds reported here that we needed to see this year. We saw one of them early on, a neat looking mini Little Stint on Butts lagoon. We got some amazing views of this sweet bird wandering around the lagoon today. Truly some of our most prolonged and clearest views ever of this bird I always love seeing in a decent bit of time spent here. A real honour to get these views of this bird and make out its distinctive plumage and features. I took the fourth picture in this photoset of it one of a few I was pleased to get. We then also saw after a while of searching from us and others on the lagoon another smashing wader, the Pectoral Sandpiper. It was fantastic to make out it’s yellowish legs and distinctive back, shining out well far back on the lagoon. A very smart and charming bird to observe which I was thrilled we did. It’s only the fourth time I’ve ever seen this bird one I do admire, the third time at this reserve where we saw our first ever in 2009.

Later in the day beside Normandy lagoon we looked for the Black Terns that had been here and we were thrilled to see one or two on some shingle in the sea and fishing in a mixed group of terns with their darker plumage. It was special to see this lovely species, another that I only saw for the fourth time ever today. In one of my birding days of the year with a fair few top species seen the three year ticks alongside three at Blashford Lakes on 28th May the joint most I’d got in one day since four on Skomer Island on 26th April took my year list to a dizzy 196. This is way further ahead than any of my other year lists had been on this date, just one bird behind last year’s total, two birds behind my 2018 total and four birds behind my highest ever total in 2019 that ambition of 200 birds seen in a year I feel so excited about how my year list could finish. I can say already it’s been an incredible year.

I always seem to see Little Stint near to Curlew Sandpiper when I see them in a year, on the same day or a year tick after each other, Little Stint seen by me this year three year ticks and two weeks and two days after Curlew Sandpiper which we saw at Farlington Marshes and there were two very attractive creamy looking Curlew Sandpipers on Butts lagoon today too which was a pleasure to see. Always special to see these again in a year, I took the fifth picture in this photoset of one with a couple of Redshanks. A shiny white and grey Sanderling was another highlight in a wader fest on this lagoon here today, where Ringed Plovers, Redshanks and Dunlin were nice to see too. There were also a large number of Sandwich Terns on Butts lagoon which I thoroughly enjoyed seeing. There were young birds around which were great to see. When them and Black-headed Gulls took off together we were immersed into an exciting wild spectacle. Their calls reminiscent of busy seabird colonies a place I love to be. I took the third picture in this photoset of the Sandwich Terns and Black-headed Gulls in flight.

At the Normandy lagoon part of the day it was also great to see Sandwich Terns out to sea, a fair few Little Egrets on the lagoon and a Kingfisher dart across it. Some golden looking Bar-tailed Godwit and distinctive Knots seen here were two more massive wader highlights of the day ones we have had great years for I think I’ve seen Knots more times this year than I ever have before with three sightings.

In the world of insects and flowers today I liked seeing moths including Common Grass Veneer again possibly I’ve seen a fair few of these after seeing my first at Shipton Bellinger last weekend and Small Heath and Meadow Brown butterflies, with some pretty purple sea aster, Michaelmas daisies I took the seventh picture in this photoset of some and rock samphire all looking nice always smashing flowers to see here, ragwort, soapwort, fleabane, chamomile one I am enjoying a lot lately which I got the sixth picture in this photoset of, shadows of hogweed possibly and dock and bindweed nice to see.

There were great views today of the bright blue water in the lagoons and the sea, sparkly sea water, striking dry lagoons although Normandy lagoon held more water than I expected of them, marshes, sea and across to the Isle of Wight where there were prominent brown fields symbolic of the weather conditions this year with top bits of sun and dramatic sky scenes. I took the first two and final three pictures in this photoset of views here today.

Sun kissed scenes of full leaf trees in the New Forest stood out on the way home, with beautiful views of Goldfinches, Starlings and House Sparrows feeding in the buddleia bush in the sun at home this evening and a smashing sunset and sky scenes before. I enjoyed my first Woodpigeon seen out the back in a little while I believe this morning and Starling this morning as we went out and Collared Dove out the back throughout today. I enjoyed seeing and photographing again a lovely Hedgehog behind the bin in the front garden tonight, its amazing to have them visiting with possibly a spider’s legs visible hanging out of a vent in the photo. An amazing bank holiday weekend of wildlife watching, photos, walking, family time and relaxing. Have a great week all.

Wildlife Sightings Summary: My first Little Stint, Pectoral Sandpiper and Black Tern of the year, three of my favourite birds the Great Crested Grebe with a few seen well from both spots, Little Egret and Kingfisher, Common Tern, Sandwich Tern, Black-headed Gull, Herring Gull, Grey Heron and Cormorant seen well, Canada Goose, Teal, Knot, Dunlin, Sanderling, Curlew Sandpiper, Grey Plover, Ringed Plover, Turnstone, Oystercatcher, Redshank, Bar-tailed Godwit, Carrion Crow, Robin, Goldfinch, Starling, Sand Martin I believe, Rock Pipit, Meadow Brown, Small Heath and the moths.