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Black turnstone

Arenaria melanocephala

Photo by Brian38
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Field Notes

Description:

The upper parts are blackish-brown and the underparts are white. This one appeared to be foraging on an exposed rock at low tide.

Habitat:

Spotted on an exposed rock at low tide at Tongue Point.

Reference Links:

Black turnstone - Wikipedia

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Brian38
Robert you're correct! Thank you so much for the correct ID!
Brian38
There is a resemblance. I will look into it. Thanks much Robert.
triggsturner
Hi Brian. Are you sure this isnt a black turnstone? Beautiful images but you might check id?

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PublishedAugust 4, 2019

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