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bievreJJ

sanderling (Calidris alba)

the poor bird only has one foot, but it didn't seem to be too much of a handicap, it was running as fast as the other sanderlings present; the fact that they are lightweights probably helps a lot.
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Habitat
salt pans
Location
Salin de Giraud, Camargue, France
Date taken
04 May 2024
Scientific name
Calidris alba
Equipment used
cnon EOS 90D + canon 400 mm 1:5.6
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Such Beautiful Looking Waders, Fabulous Detailed Image Lovely Work Well Done JJ Tfs!!!!!!!!!
All The Best
Sue & Simon,
Hope Its Ok !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
jbpixels
This poor soul probably had to suffer a lot until it was able to reduce the impact of its handicap. Great info that it copes so well with its destiny, esp. for a wading bird. Lovely portrait with a story.
I wish you more luck with the next r-b shrike.
 
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BenjiS
Great shot of this beautiful sanderling even with its handi(footi?)cap JJ, TFS!
 
Kits
Good to know his handicap doesn’t impede him, JJ, and a well detailed study.
 
Dabs
Based on your very good observations this cute wader is coping, but it must be rather difficult, JJ.

Super shot!
 
delia todd
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I still think Sanderling are one of the cutest of waders JJ.

A wonderful picture you've taken of this guy my friend - thanks lad.
 
Stanley Jones
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Stunning close-up of this one-footed speedster. I have always been amazed me at how well wildlife adapts to their handicaps. Brilliant JJ! TFS!
 

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Category
Britain & Europe
Added by
bievreJJ
Date added
View count
169
Comment count
14

Image metadata

Device
Canon Canon EOS 90D
Aperture
ƒ/6.3
Focal length
400.0 mm
Exposure time
1/800 second(s)
ISO
500
Filename
sanderling 24_38.jpg
File size
5.4 MB
Date taken
Sat, 04 May 2024 7:46 AM
Dimensions
3240px x 1823px

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