The Wandering Tattler is a medium-sized shorebird with a grayish-brown plumage and long legs. It is known for its distinctive, plaintive call and habit of 'tattling' when disturbed.
Habitat
Found along rocky shorelines and coastal areas.
Diet
Primarily feeds on invertebrates and small fish.
How common
Rare
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