Semipalmated Sandpipers have been recorded in the checklist area only three times in recent history. In the late 1800's, there were recorded annually in small numbers (Brooks,1917). Migratory, breeds in the northern tundra and winters in South America. Found among other small 'peep' sandpipers along the edges of wet areas in fields, ponds and so forth.

Similar species:
The 'peep' sandpipers can pose quite the identification challenge. For tips on telling them apart, please see this article.

Sources:
Ehrlich, Dobkin and Wheye, (1988)

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