Lesser Yellowlegs Photo Gallery

Breeding adult

Dainty shorebird with bright yellow legs and a thin bill. Breeding birds have variable amounts of streaking on the breast with only a bit of barring on the flanks.

Nonbreeding adult

Small-headed and dainty shorebird with bright yellow legs and a thin bill. Nonbreeding birds have sparse streaking on the neck that often looks smudgy.

Nonbreeding adult

Slender shorebird with long legs and a fairly long bill, although typically shorter and more slender than Greater Yellowlegs' bill. This video has no audio.

Juvenile

Medium-sized, dainty shorebird with a thin bill and bright yellow legs. Juveniles have less distinct markings on the breast, which tends to make the breast look smudgy.