Solitary Sandpiper (Tringa solitaria)

Solitary Sandpiper is a small shorebird known for its distinctive solitary behavior and preference for freshwater habitats. It is often found around creeks and ponds, especially during spring when temporary ponds form from melting ice and snow.

🇫🇷	Chevalier solitaire
🇩🇪	Einsamer Wasserläufer
🇲🇽	Andarríos solitario

Taxonomy

Order	Charadriiformes
Family	Scolopacidae

ID and Whereabouts

The Solitary Sandpiper closely resembles the Spotted Sandpiper. However, it can be distinguished by its darker beak and the more pronounced eyering.

This species is seldom observed around Montreal. The optimal time to search for the Solitary Sandpiper is during spring, when melting snow creates temporary ponds, and the sparse vegetation offers clearer visibility.

Characteristics

Length	18-23cm
Weight	31-65g
Wingspan	50cm
Clutch Size	3-5 eggs
Incubation	23-24 days
Fledging	30 days
Sexual Maturity	1 year

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