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Wood Sandpiper |
Scientific nameTringa glareola |
Size
Similar to that of a quail. |
Distinguishing characteristics
Look for a prominent white supercilium and white spots on the wing and back. In flight, the Wood Sandpiper shows a prominent white underwing, distinguishing it from the similar-looking Green Sandpiper (Tringa ochropus). The call is a good way to distinguish among sandpipers. |
Breeding distribution
Winter visitor almost throughout the region; plains and low hills. |
IUCN StatusLeast concern |
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