February 7, 2023

We are Lesser and Greater Yellowlegs,

Compare and contrast our beaks

The Greater's bills are thick and have a slight curve

The Lessers bills are straight with a thinner physique.

Location: Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge, Joe Michael Memorial Trail

Sources: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Lesser_Yellowlegs/species-compare/73808171

Photo and text © 2022 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

April 04, 2020

Location: Goodwin Waterfowl Management Area, Broadmoor section, Fellsmere

Although my name is Lesser Yellowlegs
My legs are actually quite long
I use them to chase prey through water
And I have a short, two-note "tu-tu" song.

Sources: Cornell Lab All About Birds - Lesser Yellowlegs

Photo and text © 2020 Dee Fairbanks Simpson