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| Photographed at Lake Tutchewop, Victoria, November 2014. |
410 LONG-BILLED DOWITCHER Limnodromus scolopaceus
Australia (284)
Breeds in wet tundra far north of North America and eastern Siberia; migrate to southern United States and as far as Central America, also a rare visitor to western Europe, thought possible individuals could reach Australia. 26-30 cm. Habitat shallow, muddy freshwater pools, with grass or marginal vegetation. Probably rarest bird in Australia at present as only known individual.
beautiful photos and an amazing find - it must be very special to see a bird that has come so far - congratulations!
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ReplyDeleteWhat a glorious bird
Prob my fav on u blog
Bet u were over the moon to find it
Congrats