Sunday, February 25, 2024

February 25, 2024

I am known as a Spotted Sandpiper
When I'm breeding I get spots on my belly,
My beak color changes to orange,
And my legs turn the color of lemon jelly.

Location: Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

Sources: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Spotted_Sandpiper/id

Photo and text © 2024 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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