Spotted Sandpiper, non-breeding plumage
Actitis macularius
32.71, -117.154
Field Notes
Description:
The breeding Spotted Sandpiper does indeed have spots covering the throat and breast but this adult is typical of the non-breeding/winter Spotted Sandpiper found in southern California at this time of year. Love the fresh white plumage of its breast and undertail coverts.
Habitat:
Breeds along shores of lakes and streams but this one is wintering along the shore of the San Diego harbour. A lot of energy goes into producing two plumages each year for many birds, including this one.
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