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The surfbird (Calidris virgata) is a small stocky wader in the family Scolopacidae. It was once considered to be allied to the turnstones, and placed in the monotypic genus Aphriza, but is now placed in the genus Calidris.

Similar species: Shorebirds And Allies
Species identified by DR_M_Z
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Uploaded Jan 27, 2025. Captured Oct 26, 2024 07:45 in G6F2+FXF, Pucusana, Peru.
  • OM-1
  • f/4.5
  • 1/1000s
  • ISO3200
  • 400mm