Shorebird ID SE Texas USA (1 Viewer)

[howell7079]

I saw these today on the Texas City Dike today.

1. Sanderling
2. Western Sandpiper
3. Snowy Plover
4. American Golden Plover

Thank you for the help,
Lyndon

 

[tom baxter]

Agree with your ID's but I think 2 is a semipalmated sandpiper because of the very symmetrical crown shape and short bill.

 

[KGS]

I think 3 is a (short-billed) Western. Fine tip to bill, rufous tone on cheeks and lower scapulars.

 

[David Roche]

2nd pic is a Least Sandpiper

 

[Kratter]

2nd pic is a Least Sandpiper

Agree

Andy

 

[KGS]

2nd pic is a Least Sandpiper

I also agree after review. Legs appear dark and there are a few dark streaks along the rear flank, but the jizz looks much better for Least and I guess all the mantle feathers are still worn basic plumage (?).