The Solitary Sandpiper is a medium-sized sandpiper that, unlike most shorebirds, migrates singly or in small groups rather than flocks — hence its name. It has a habit of bobbing the rear of its body up and down while foraging and bobs its head when alarmed. Uniquely among North American shorebirds, it nests in old songbird nests in trees rather than on the ground.
Best time to see a Solitary Sandpiper
The best time to see a Solitary Sandpiper is April–July, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 19,177 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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