| IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature): | Least Concern
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| Approximate size(adult): | A small, pale sandpiper measuring 18–20 cm in length, with a wingspan of 35–39 cm and weighing 40–100 g. It has a short black bill, black legs, and a characteristic white appearance in non-breeding plumage.
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| Resident/ Migrate from: | Breeds in the High Arctic regions of North America, Europe, and Siberia. It is a long-distance migrant, with almost all populations moving south after breeding.
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| Migrate to: | Winters along coastal beaches and mudflats worldwide, including South Asia, Africa, Australia, and South America. Common winter visitor along the Indian coasts.
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| Breeding season: | Breeds from June to August in the Arctic tundra, nesting in sparse moss or lichen-covered areas. The nest is a simple ground scrape, and the clutch usually contains 4 eggs.
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| Breed in: | Breeds in Arctic tundra habitats near the coast, preferring dry ridges or patches of bare ground interspersed with moss and lichens.
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| Habitat: | During migration and winter, found on sandy beaches, tidal flats, lagoons, and estuaries. Notably runs back and forth with the surf while feeding along shorelines.
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| Diet: | Feeds mainly on small invertebrates such as crustaceans, marine worms, insects, and mollusks, gleaned from wet sand and mud. Occasionally takes small bivalves and amphipods.
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