Actitis Hypoleucos Collection

Common Sandpiper -Actitis hypoleucos-, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) adult in flight over misty loch at dawn. Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK. Highly commended, Habitat category

Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) on rock, Elbe Biosphere Reserve, Lower Saxony, Germany, September 2008

Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Yorkshire, UK, summer

Common Sandpiper standing at waterside, Actitis hypoleucos, Netherlands

Common Sandpiper standing at waterside with bird flying over, Actitis hypoleucos, Netherlands

Common Sandpiper at water edge, Actitis hypoleucos

Common Sandpiper standing in water at twilight, Actitis hypoleucos, Hungary

Calling Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos

Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Kenya

Common Sandpiper in flight, Actitis hypoleucos

Common Sandpiper wing stretching, Actitis hypoleucos

Common Sandpiper calling, Actitis hypoleucos, Capo Verde

Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Italy

Common Sandpiper in wet grass, Actitis hypoleucos, Italy

Firaging Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Italy

Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos), Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Common Sandpiper -Actitis hypoleucos- foraging on a floating tree trunk, North Hesse, Hesse, Germany

Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos), Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa

Common Sandpiper Tringa hypoleucos or Actitis hypoleucos, illustration
Common Sandpiper (Tringa hypoleucos or Actitis hypoleucos), illustration

Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) C018 / 0845
Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos). This wading bird inhabits coastal areas. It is a migrant, spending the northern summer in Europe and Asia and heading to Australasia

Common sandpiper, 19th century C013 / 6399
Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos). Plate 189 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Common sandpipers, 19th century artwork C013 / 6397
Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) pair with their nest. Plate 187 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by William MacGillivray

Actitis hypoleucos, common sandpiper
Plate 187 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)

Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos). This is a wading bird that inhabits coastal areas. It is a migrant, spending the northern summer in Europe and Asia and heading to Australasia

Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) on pier feeding on knats flapping wings, reflected in water
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The Actitis hypoleucos, commonly known as the Common Sandpiper, is a fascinating bird species found in various parts of the world. With its distinctive appearance and behavior, it never fails to capture our attention. One captivating sight is witnessing an adult Common Sandpiper gracefully soaring through the misty loch at dawn. The tranquil atmosphere adds an ethereal touch to this breathtaking scene. In Burgenland, Austria, Europe, we can spot a beautiful Common Sandpiper perched on a rock in the Elbe Biosphere Reserve of Lower Saxony. Its delicate features are highlighted against the backdrop of nature's wonders. During summertime in Yorkshire, UK, these sandpipers make their presence known with their vibrant plumage. Their agile movements along the water's edge create a mesmerizing spectacle for all who observe them. Schleswig-Holstein in Germany offers another glimpse into the life of this remarkable bird species. Here we see a Common Sandpiper standing confidently at waterside, showcasing its elegance and adaptability. Moving towards Netherlands, we witness both stillness and motion captured simultaneously - one Common Sandpiper stands serenely by the water while another takes flight overhead. This juxtaposition showcases their dynamic nature and ability to coexist harmoniously with their surroundings. Hungary presents us with yet another enchanting moment as twilight sets in; a lone Common Sandpiper stands gracefully amidst shimmering waters. Its silhouette against the fading light creates an aura of tranquility that captivates any observer lucky enough to witness it. Not only do these birds possess visual allure but also vocal charm. A calling Common Sandpiper fills Kenya's airwaves with its unique melodic call - truly music to our ears. From misty lochs to serene watersides across different continents, Actitis hypoleucos continues to amaze us with its beauty and adaptability within diverse habitats worldwide.