A daily journal.
Mainly introducing wild birds of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, through photos.

Long-toed Stints, Marsh Sandpipers, and Red-necked Stints on the Increase

Long-toed Stints are building up in both adults and juveniles. Red-necked Stints so far are adults only — juveniles have yet to arrive. Marsh Sandpipers, adults and juveniles alike, are passing through steadily.

Long-toed Stint

Long-toed Stint, juvenile. Numbers are steadily increasing.

Marsh Sandpiper

Marsh Sandpiper in winter plumage. The bluish winter plumage is really beautiful.

Red-necked Stint

Rufous-necked Stint, adult, moulting into winter plumage.

Red-necked Stint

Rufous-necked Stint in late summer plumage.

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