Our region is an important stop for Ruddy Turnstones on their incredible migration between Arctic breeding grounds and southern shores. But some like to hang out here all year long!
Range: Global
Habitat: Rocky coasts, sandy beaches
Food: Marine invertebrates
In our region: Peak May - September, some year-round
Fun fact: Name comes from the way they forage -- turning over rocks, shells and seaweed
Listen for the Birdsong Break weekends on WSHU.
Audio comes from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Macaulay Library.
