Spotted Redshank
Tringa erythropus
A delicate wader with subtle spotting on its underparts and a slender, pointed bill. It shows a modest reddish tinge on its legs and is recorded only rarely, adding extra charm to any sighting.
- Habitat: Quiet tidal flats and sandy shores with little vegetation.
- When to See: Occasional passage migrant in spring and autumn
- Diet / Food: Insects, worms, and small crustaceans gleaned from the wet sand.
- Length: 29–31 cm