Red-backed Sandpiper (Noun)
Meaning
Small common sandpiper that breeds in northern or Arctic regions and winters in southern United States or Mediterranean regions.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The red-backed sandpiper spends the winter months in the warmer parts of North America, primarily around the Gulf of Mexico and the Southeast.
- Among the various sandpiper species found in the region, the red-backed sandpiper is recognized for its unique appearance during migration periods.
- Although somewhat rare in these parts, birdwatchers still eagerly await spotting a red-backed sandpiper during the brief period when it passes through the area.
- During their fall migration, red-backed sandpipers often congregate in flocks along coastal shorelines, sharing space with several other bird species.
- A study on the habits of the red-backed sandpiper in the Mediterranean has provided insights into their eating and migration habits during the winter season.