Geographic Distribution
Quick Facts
- Size
- 21 - 25 cm
- Weight
- 50 - 150 g
- Diet
- Invertebrates (insects, crustaceans, mollusks), Small fish and marine worms
Habitat
Arctic tundraCoastal areasBeachesMudflatsRocky shores
Behavior
- Forages for food on beaches, mudflats, and rocky shores
- Uses its strong, black bill to probe for invertebrates
- Engages in social behavior, often found in large flocks
- Migrates alone or in small groups, making long-distance flights