Hudsonian Whimbrel Photo Gallery

Adult

Large shorebird with a long body, long neck, and small head. Most distinctive features are the long curved bill and striped head.

Adult

Large-bodied shorebird with a long, curved bill. In flight note brownish color overall.

A large, brownish shorebird with a striped head and long, downcurved bill.

Adult

Heavy-bodied shorebird with a striped crown and pale eyebrow.

Adult (with Long-billed Curlew)

Smaller than a Long-billed Curlew with a shorter bill. Note striped crown and pale eyebrow.

Probes into soft surfaces for invertebrates and small crabs, which it swallows whole.

Adult

In migration, frequents various coastal and inland habitats, including fields and beaches. Winters in tidal flats and shorelines, occasionally visiting inland habitats.

Adult

Widespread shorebird. Breeds in northern North America and migrates to South America.

Sometimes occurs in large flocks during migration.