Long-Billed Curlew
May 11, 2012 - ...I wanted to go to Fort De Soto this morning, to try for a Black-Bellied Plover in full breeding plumage. But it was a long week, and I opted to relax instead. So here’s an image from several weeks ago… Read more
Long-Billed Curlew
 | I’m a rare visitor to Florida’s beaches in the wintertime. My long bill curls down, allowing me to pull my food from the sand. Most Likely Found: At the beach When: Winter Where I've photographed: Fort De Soto |
I have written 3 posts including a photo of a Long-Billed Curlew
Long-Billed Curlew
March 16, 2012 - Can you imagine going through life with a bill as long as your foot? I watch the Long-Billed Curlew at Fort De Soto preening, and he amazes me. That long bill is great for digging up crabs from deep in the sand, but it's pretty awkward to use to scratch…... Read more
Sunset at Fort De Soto
April 22, 2011 - Laughing Gulls mating I was ecstatic to find the Long-Billed Curlew at the edge of the conservation area. The light worked in my favor as I positioned myself close to the ropes and aimed the camera at the long bill. Can you imagine going through life with such a long…... Read more