The Four Keys to ID
- Size & Shape
A medium-sized shorebird with an upright posture, rather large head, slim neck, long wings, and relatively long legs.
Relative Size
Larger than a Killdeer, less bulky and slightly smaller than a Black-bellied Plover.
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- Both Sexes
- Length: 9.1-10.2 in (23-26 cm)
- Weight: 3.6-3.8 oz (102-108 g)
- Color Pattern
- Behavior
- Habitat