Southbound - Common Sandpiper

2nd July 2014 - Topsham

Most people think autumn starts in September but for birds - and birders - the signal is the first returning waders, often as early as late June. By July things are really kicking off; this morning Common Sandpipers were in evidence at the Rec, at least three and perhaps as many as five.

Common Sandpiper - 2/7/2014 Topsham

Common Sandpiper - 2/7/2014 Topsham

Common Sandpiper - 2/7/2014 Topsham