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Comparison: Semipalmated and Least Sandpiper
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Comparison: Semipalmated and Least Sandpiper (Calidris pusilla, Calidris minutilla)

Juvenile Semipalmated and Least Sandpiper, side by side for comparison purposes. The difference in leg colour is diagnostic, though sometimes it's difficult to see. Other clues include the warm brown colour of the Least versus the pale greyish brown of the Semipalmated, and the white throat and white supraloral patch of the Semipalmated (all plumages).
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Habitat
Algae mat
Location
Presqu'ile Provincial Park, Ontario
Date taken
26 August 2020
Scientific name
Calidris pusilla, Calidris minutilla
Equipment used
Nikon D500, Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6
Kits
An interesting and well detailed comparison shot.
 
KC Foggin
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A great illustration of the comparison between these two Sandpiper species!
 
delia todd
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You've shown these two 'pipers beautifully Anthony.

A marvellous comparison picture - very well done and many thanks for showing it to us.
 
Stanley Jones
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Fantastic job capturing these two peeps in the same frame with both in focus with excellent lighting. Great comparison Anthony!
 

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