Birds Database .. detailed information | |
Sanderling Calidris alba | |
Photo Courtesy of Birdway Australia | |
Bird Family : | "Sandpipers" Scolopacidae |
Description : | Uncommon local species. Length 20cm. Wading bird. Scare visitor to Shelley Beach. |
Typical Habitat : | Sandy beaches. |
Distribution : | Widespread in coastal areas, mainly northern Australia. |
Migration : | Summer migrent. Migrates to both American continents, Europe, Africa, China, India and Australasia. |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
EPBC : | Migratory |
Additional info .. | locations seen (1) .. observations (1) .. |
EPBC = Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (Commonwealth) |
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