It is one of the most widespread of the curlews, breeding across much of subarctic North America. Its fairly long, decurved bill allows it to probe into fiddler crab burrows, its favorite food item. Length: 39-42 cm Wingspan: 76-89 cm Lifespan: up to 19 years
Hi Stan:
Outstanding images,really nice details in all the shots.Excellent stop action work on the flight shots.
Thanks
Larry
Thanks Larry. I was a great day to find this Whimbrel at Point Pelee.