Spotted Sandpiper

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A familiar North American shorebird, the Spotted Sandpiper is easily recognized by its constant tail-bobbing and spotted breeding plumage. It's often found along freshwater edges, from small streams to large lakes.

Where to spot

Breeds across North America, from Alaska to the southern United States. Winters along the coasts of the Americas, from the southern U.S. south to South America.

How to spot

Watch for its characteristic teetering or tail-bobbing behavior. In breeding season, look for the bold dark spots on its white underparts. In non-breeding plumage, it is plain grey-brown above and white below.

When to spot

Breeding season typically occurs from May to August. Migration periods are spring (April-May) and autumn (August-October). Present in wintering grounds from September to April.

Where to spot

Breeds across North America, from Alaska to the southern United States. Winters along the coasts of the Americas, from the southern U.S. south to South America.

How to spot

When to spot

Breeding season typically occurs from May to August. Migration periods are spring (April-May) and autumn (August-October). Present in wintering grounds from September to April.

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Spotted Sandpipers are polyandrous, meaning females may lay clutches for multiple males, leaving each male to incubate and raise the young while she finds another mate.

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