Semipalmated Sandpiper

Calidris pusilla

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Brief #

Grey-brown upperparts, white underparts, black legs and a short dark bill.

Synonyms #

  • Correlimos semipalmeado (Spanish)
  • Pilro semipalmado (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Semipalmated Sandpiper is close to being at high risk of extinction in the near future.
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Description #

Adults have black legs and a short, stout, straight dark bill. The body is dark grey-brown on top and white underneath. The head and neck are tinged light grey-brown. This bird can be difficult to distinguish from other similar tiny shorebirds, in particular the western sandpiper; these are known collectively as "peeps" or "stints".

Measurements #

Length: 13 - 15 cm
Wingspan: 35 - 37 cm
Weight: 20 - 32 g

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