Common Sandpiper
Actitis hypoleucos
A small, active bird known for its characteristic tail-bobbing as it scurries along the water’s edge. These little sandpipers are quick and light, often seen on shingle beaches and riverbanks during their migratory journeys.
- Habitat: Shingle beaches, riverbanks, and quiet coastal inlets.
- When to See: Common during spring and autumn migration; sometimes seen in winter.
- Diet / Food: Insects and tiny aquatic creatures picked from the water’s edge.
- Length: 18–20 cm