Rock Sandpiper - Calidris ptilocnemis

Text summary of species range

Text summary of species range

Photo: U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service; Adult; Breeding;

Song: Voice is almost identical to Purple Sandpiper's, while calls may be slightly higher pitched. Call is a short, emphatic, upslurred "pweeet". Also, on breeding grounds, a short chatter.

Sound: Kevin J. Colver; USA, Alaska; Adult; Primary Sound; Flight call;

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Number of species: 770

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