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Short-billed Dowitcher (14)

Limnodromus griseus

Brian Morin

Canada (Ontario)

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Date taken: May 10 2026

Details: adult

Hillman Marsh - Similar to Long-billed. Bill usually shorter and it begins to gently curve downward about one third of the way from the tip. In spring plumage there is spotting rather than barring on the breast near the bend in the wing which is found in Long-billed.
With dowitchers, no two birds are alike with markings.

Date uploaded: Jun 5

Comments (2):
Chris: A terrific photo and post all around - including the welcomed details on identifications.
Brian Morin: Dowitchers are among the most challenging birds to identify in spring. These are just as few of the helpful hints to consider to separate the species. Fall is a breeze.

Short-billed Dowitcher (14)

Limnodromus griseus

Brian Morin

Canada (Ontario)

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Ingleside - I was able to walk along a mudflat and carefully approach without disturbing the bird.

Date uploaded: Aug 23 2022

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Comments (2):
Chris: Terrific to see Brian. Excellent job.
BrianMorin: We rarely see any in the area so it was worth the walk along the mud.

Short-billed Dowitcher (14)

Limnodromus griseus

Jay Vandergaast

Canada (Ontario)

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Date taken: May 22 2022

Date uploaded: Jul 6 2022

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Short-billed Dowitcher (14)

Limnodromus griseus

Brian Morin

Canada (Ontario)

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Date taken: Aug 24 2021

Crysler - I returned to the area and discovered the bird still present. I remained at one spot in the river (only inches deep in this area so great for shorebirds, and for me) and waited for it to approach for some good shots.

Date uploaded: Aug 25 2021

Comments (2):
Chris: Terrific composition.
BrianMorin: I waited 90 minutes for the bird to return to this spot. I took shots in other settings but this was one of the best.