Discover the Life of Western Sandpiper Shorebirds
Western Sandpipers are small birds with long, thin bills
They migrate from their breeding grounds in Alaska to their wintering areas in South America
These birds are often seen feeding on mudflats, beaches, and shores
Western Sandpipers have distinctive black legs and a short, straight bill
They are social birds, often found in large flocks during migration
Their flight is characterized by
swift, erratic movements
Western Sandpipers communicate through high-pitched calls
They primarily feed on insects, crustaceans, and mollusks
Predators such as falcons and hawks pose a threat to Western Sandpipers
Conservation efforts aim to protect their habitats and migration routes
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