Least Sandpiper

Calidris minutilla

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Charadriiformes · Scolopacidae

About

The least sandpiper is the smallest shorebird. The genus name is from Ancient Greek kalidris or skalidris, a term used by Aristotle for some grey-coloured waterside birds. The specific minutilla is Medieval Latin for "very small".

Fun Fact

The least sandpiper (Calidris minutilla) is the smallest shorebird.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is the northern North American continent on tundra or in bogs.

Diet

Eat small crustaceans, insects, and snails.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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