Hello
We took a trip to Phillip Island (Vic) on Sunday 25/3.
At one of the surf beaches (Forrest Caves)
I came across a small bird fossicking in the shallows.
It was alone - the only other birds
I observed whilst there were Pacific Gulls (adults and
immature). The small bird was not at all concerned
with the close presence of the Gulls and in fact I
managed to get quite close views. But being a novice
(and particularly where waders are concerned) I had no
idea what it was.
When I got home I searched the net and asked around -
some other people suggested it may be a Red Necked
Stint (non breeding plumage? etc). A couple of other
people have since suggested Sanderling because of the
whiter plumage and shape of the beak.
I have put the images online and would be pleased if
others would share their thoughts
http://www.pbase.com/chezzyr/sanderling_or_red_necked_stint
Thankyou
Cheryl Ridge
Melbourne
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