August 14, 2026Migration, Water and ShoreKate St. John

Sanderlings at the beach (photo from Wikimedia)

14 August 2026

Going to the beach? You’re certain to see shorebirds but who are they? They may be difficult to identify if they’re not in breeding plumage.

To give you some practice, check out this video by Get to Know Nature. Filmed at the New Jersey shore, it highlights six species. You might not see a piping plover at your beach. They are Near Threatened.

Good luck and have fun!

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