Algrave, Portugal (1 Viewer)

[Deb335077]

please help with a few taken in Salgados, Algarve

Debbie

 

[Butty]

Could you give the dates, please? Thanks.
1. (Red) knot.
2. Black-tailed(?) godwit.
3. Sandwich tern.
4. Grey plover.

 

[Alexander Stöhr]

Hello Debbie,
agree with Butty.
Please note, that the last picture has at least one Dunlin. Black belly patch is unique, but I am sure this wasnt the bird you asked for.

Do you have more pictures of the Godwit? I dont have strong arguments, but gut feeling is a Bar-tailed Godwit:
after downloading and brightening, I think I can make out the right stripy pattern on the upperparts, although worn and bleached. Or is it wishful thinking?
Is the extensive pale cheek better for a Bar-tailed? I am not sure.

 

[Sangahyando]

I would instinctively go for Bar-tailed Godwit, which is supported by the streaking on the back.

 

[Deb335077]

Thank you, these were taken this week and sorry no other shots of godwits as is was quite distant
Debbie

 

[THE_FERN]

I would instinctively go for Bar-tailed Godwit, which is supported by the streaking on the back.

Agree