Dunlin (calidris alpina)
Jan 10th, 2008 by Josey
Dunlin (calidris alpina)
The Dunlin is a small sandpiper, and is among the world’s most widespread shorebirds. This beautiful little sandpiper has two plumages: in summertime, while breeding, it has a black belly and reddish back. In winter, it is dull gray. The Dunlin is about seven inches in length with a wingspan of approximately fourteen inches. They have a long, drooping bill.
Dunlins are waders and are found in flocks of thousands. They breed in the subarctic and arctic coasts of the United States.
The Dunlins usually sing only in breeding area, both on the ground and in the air. The song, given primarily by males, begins with a “drurr druff” sound and ends with a “tri-ririr.
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by: Josey Layne