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Sanderling in winter plumage
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Sanderling in winter plumage (Calidris alba)

The Hawaiian name for the Sanderling is "Hunakai" and they are very common in the winter months before migrating north to nest, returning in late August to spend the winter in the tropics.
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Habitat
Ocean beach on rocky reef
Location
Kona coast, Hawaii
Date taken
November 22, 2017
Scientific name
Calidris alba
Equipment used
Nikon D7000 Nikkor 200-500 f/5.6 ED VR ISO 100 f8 1/1250
delia todd
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What a wonderful start you've made to your Gallery with these lovely pictures!!! Sanderling is one of my favourite waders too!!!

Many thanks for showing him to us lad.

Welcome to Birdforum Bill - I'll so look forward to seeing some more of your pictures.
 

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