WS
North America
White-throated Sandpiper
Limosa melanotos
About this species
A characteristic species of the Scolopacidae family, the White-throated Sandpiper occupies coastal regions throughout North America. Its IUCN status is currently Least Concern.
The White-throated 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.