WS
North America
White-crowned Sandpiper
Numenius pugnax
About this species
Native to North America, the White-crowned Sandpiper thrives in coastal habitats and belongs to the Scolopacidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The White-crowned Sandpiper is part of the order Charadriiformes and the Scolopacidae family. Its preferred habitat is coastal, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Scolopacidae family and Charadriiformes order.