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Solitary Sandpiper

Tringa solitaria

The Solitary Sandpiper is a small, wading bird that loves to explore wetlands and muddy shores. With its long legs and spotted belly, it looks for tasty insects and tiny fish to eat.

Habitat: Wetlands

Appearance

The Solitary Sandpiper has a dark greenish-brown back speckled with fine white spots, a striking white belly, and a prominent white eye-ring. Its long, dark bill and yellowish-green legs make it distinct among shorebirds, especially its lack of white wing stripes in flight.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderCharadriiformesFamilyScolopacidaeGenusTringa
Solitary Sandpiper
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Solitary Sandpiper

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its 'solitary' name is from migration, but they gather on wintering grounds.

These birds constantly bob their head and tail like a tiny rhythmic dancer.

They have super long toes for tip-toeing on floating pond plants!

This sandpiper is the only one that nests high up in old tree nests!

Special abilities

Ability

Aquatic Explorer

Solitary Sandpiper can wade in shallow waters because of its long legs that help them forage in muddy or vegetated wetlands.

Ability

Nest Borrower

Solitary Sandpiper has the unique ability to use old tree nests because it helps them avoid ground predators.

Ability

Master of Subtlety

Solitary Sandpiper can blend into its wetland surroundings because of its spotted plumage that helps them hide from predators.

Measurements & details

Length
18-23 cm
Wingspan
39-42 cm
Weight
0.031-0.065 kg
Lifespan
4-10 years
Top Speed
60 km/h
Clutch Size
3-5
Incubation
23-24 days
Migration Distance
6000 km

Diet & Feeding

These birds slurp up tiny aquatic insects and other small critters from shallow water and mud!

Primary Foods

  • aquatic insect larvae
  • small crustaceans
  • worms
  • tadpoles

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch birds from a distance so they feel safe and happy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Solitary Sandpiper?

18-23 cm

What is Solitary Sandpiper's wingspan?

39-42 cm

How much does Solitary Sandpiper weigh?

0.031-0.065 kg

How long does Solitary Sandpiper live?

4-10 years

How fast can Solitary Sandpiper move?

60 km/h

What does Solitary Sandpiper eat?

These birds slurp up tiny aquatic insects and other small critters from shallow water and mud!

Where is Solitary Sandpiper usually found?

Wetlands

How does Solitary Sandpiper hunt?

Foraging

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