Dunlin Identification, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of . . . It’s now named for its nonbreeding plumage, a mousy gray-brown or “dun” color Dunlin are an abundant species that nests around the world’s arctic regions They winter in large flocks along bays, estuaries, and coastlines
Dunlin - Wikipedia Dunlin are small migratory waders, however they show strong philopatry with individuals of the southern subspecies Calidris alpina schinzii in Sweden and Finland returning to, or very close to, their natal patches
Dunlin | Audubon Field Guide Audubon’s scientists have used 140 million bird observations and sophisticated climate models to project how climate change will affect the range of the Dunlin
Dunlin - eBird Small, plump shorebird with droopy bill Breeding plumage is distinctive with rufous or brown back and black belly In fall and winter, plain grayish-brown above with white belly Often in large flocks on mudflats and beaches, sometimes mixing with other shorebirds
Dunlin | Smithsonians National Zoo and Conservation Biology . . . In North America, dunlins spend the summer breeding season in the arctic and subarctic regions, and winter along both coasts of the United States and Mexico Dunlins have long black legs and feet, and a black beak that droops slightly at the end
Dunlin - The Wildlife Trusts Found along the coast all year-round, the dunlin is a small sandpiper that breeds and winters in the UK It can be seen in its upland breeding grounds in summer, when it turns brick-red above and sports a black patch on its belly
Dunlin: Characteristics, Diet, Facts More [Fact Sheet] The dunlin is a small yet remarkable wader bird that captivates birdwatchers and ecologists alike with its elegant appearance and fascinating behaviors This article delves into the world of the dunlin, offering insights into its classification, habitat, lifestyle, and conservation status