Sandpipers are members of the Family Scolopacidae and are related to Curlews, Godwits, Snipes, Stints, and Dowitchers.
This category contains classification, physical characteristics, diet, feeding habits, social structure, breeding, nests, distribution, habitats, threats, status, and conservation details for various species.
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ARKive.org: Tuamotu Sandpiper (Prosobonia cancellata)
Includes pictures, measurements, IUCN status, description, endemic range, preferred habitat, breeding season, diet, causes for decline, conservation measures, and glossary.
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Buff-breasted Sandpiper (Tryngites subruficollis)
WatchList from Audubon explains status, population size, identification tips, seasonal ranges, population changes, migration, mating, threats, and conservation.
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NatureWorks: Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius)
Discusses classification, physical characteristics, diet, reproduction, locations, habitat, and behavior.
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Purple Sandpiper (Calidris maritima)
Reviews population count, physical characteristics, locations, nesting periods, breeding habitat, conservation, and monitoring programs.
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Semipalmated Sandpiper (Calidris pusilla)
New Hampshire Public TV's NatureWorks lists photographs, physical description, diet and feeding habits, life cycle, range and habitat, and behavior details.
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Sharp-tailed Sandpiper (Calidris acuminata)
Combines images with facts, such as appearance and size, diet, migration, locations, typical habitat, and mating. Nature file from NatureWorks.
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Spoon-billed Sandpiper (Eurynorhynchus pygmeus)
Species information from ARKive.org examines classification, status, appearance, locations, nesting grounds, conservation efforts, and photographs.
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Upland Sandpiper (Bartramia longicauda)
Offers taxonomy, diet, distribution, physical appearance and size, behavior, and breeding information.