About the White-rumped Sandpiper
The white-rumped sandpiper is a small migratory shorebird that breeds in the northern tundra of Canada and Alaska. This bird can be difficult to distinguish from other similar tiny shorebirds; these are known collectively as "peeps" or "stints". In flight, it is more easily picked out by its namesake white rump.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Sandpipers and Allies (Scolopacidae) |
| Species | Calidris fuscicollis |
| Species Codes | whrsan, WRSA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-rumped Sandpiper belong to?
The White-rumped Sandpiper (Calidris fuscicollis) belongs to the Sandpipers and Allies family (Scolopacidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the White-rumped Sandpiper?
The White-rumped Sandpiper is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the White-rumped Sandpiper?
The white-rumped sandpiper is a small migratory shorebird that breeds in the northern tundra of Canada and Alaska. This bird can be difficult to distinguish from other similar tiny shorebirds; these are known collectively as \"peeps\" or \"stints\". In flight, it is more easily picked out by its namesak...
Where can I report a White-rumped Sandpiper sighting?
You can log sightings of White-rumped Sandpiper on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whrsan, or on iNaturalist.
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