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The Dunlin


The Dunlin
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Copyright: Maciej Koniuszy (Nemeth) Silver Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 34 W: 0 N: 57] (585)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-09-12
Categories: Birds
Camera: Nikon D200, Sigma 120-400mm F4.5-5.6 APO DG OS
Exposure: f/8, 1/200 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-09-15 14:50
Viewed: 630
Points: 4
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
The Dunlin (Calidris alpina) is a familiar shorebird around the world, where its bright reddish back and black belly, and long, drooping bill distinguish it from nearly all other shorebirds. It breeds across the top of both North American and Eurasia, and winters along coasts around the northern hemisphere.

Medium-sized sandpiper. Moderately short neck. Moderately long, drooping bill. Moderately long, blackish legs. Slightly hunched appearance. In breeding plumage has black belly, rufous cap, and rufous back. Nonbreeding plumage is all dull brownish gray, with whitish belly.

* Size: 16-22 cm (6-9 in)
* Wingspan: 36-38 cm (14-15 in)
* Weight: 48-64 g (1.69-2.26 ounces)
Sexes similar, female slightly larger.
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Hi Maciej.
Wonderful sharp detailed image of this Dunlin in its environment. The use of the green weed he is standing on just breaks up the bright shimmer on the water and makes him stand out lovely in its environment.
Kathleen.

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