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Common Sandpiper Collection

The common sandpiper, scientifically known as Actitis hypoleucos, is a fascinating bird species that can be found in various parts of Europe

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper -Actitis hypoleucos-, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Common Sandpiper -Actitis hypoleucos-, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Sandpiper (colour litho)

Sandpiper (colour litho)
3121128 Sandpiper (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Turnstone, 1891 (colour litho)

Turnstone, 1891 (colour litho)
1001532 Turnstone, 1891 (colour litho) by Broinowski, Gracius (1837-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: A The Birds of AustraliaA, 1891)

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Eggs: Woodcock; Snipe, Stone Curlew, Redshank, Common Sandpiper

Eggs: Woodcock; Snipe, Stone Curlew, Redshank, Common Sandpiper
3438418 Eggs: Woodcock; Snipe, Stone Curlew, Redshank, Common Sandpiper, from Birds of the British Isles and Their Eggs published by Frederick Warne & Co Ltd, 1958 (colour litho) by Thorburn

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper (right) and Spotted Sandpiper (left)

Common Sandpiper (right) and Spotted Sandpiper (left)
LLM338730 Common Sandpiper (right) and Spotted Sandpiper (left) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Common Sandpiper (right) and Spotted Sandpiper (left)

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper - To tanus hypoleu cus, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin

Common Sandpiper - To tanus hypoleu cus, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Common Sandpiper - To tanus hypoleu cus, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper Actitis hypoleucos in blizzard Wales UK March

Common Sandpiper Actitis hypoleucos in blizzard Wales UK March

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Yorkshire, UK, summer

Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Yorkshire, UK, summer

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper standing at waterside, Actitis hypoleucos, Netherlands

Common Sandpiper standing at waterside, Actitis hypoleucos, Netherlands

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper standing at waterside with bird flying over, Actitis hypoleucos, Netherlands

Common Sandpiper standing at waterside with bird flying over, Actitis hypoleucos, Netherlands

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper at water edge, Actitis hypoleucos

Common Sandpiper at water edge, Actitis hypoleucos

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper standing in water at twilight, Actitis hypoleucos, Hungary

Common Sandpiper standing in water at twilight, Actitis hypoleucos, Hungary

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Calling Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos

Calling Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Kenya

Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Kenya

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper in flight, Actitis hypoleucos

Common Sandpiper in flight, Actitis hypoleucos

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper wing stretching, Actitis hypoleucos

Common Sandpiper wing stretching, Actitis hypoleucos

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper calling, Actitis hypoleucos, Capo Verde

Common Sandpiper calling, Actitis hypoleucos, Capo Verde

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Italy

Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Italy

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper in wet grass, Actitis hypoleucos, Italy

Common Sandpiper in wet grass, Actitis hypoleucos, Italy

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Firaging Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Italy

Firaging Common Sandpiper, Actitis hypoleucos, Italy

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos), Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos), Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper -Actitis hypoleucos- foraging on a floating tree trunk, North Hesse, Hesse, Germany

Common Sandpiper -Actitis hypoleucos- foraging on a floating tree trunk, North Hesse, Hesse, Germany

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos), Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa

Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos), Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper. Actitis Hypoleucos

Common Sandpiper. Actitis Hypoleucos

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper Tringa hypoleucos or Actitis hypoleucos, illustration

Common Sandpiper Tringa hypoleucos or Actitis hypoleucos, illustration
Common Sandpiper (Tringa hypoleucos or Actitis hypoleucos), illustration

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) C018 / 0845

Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) C018 / 0845
Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos). This wading bird inhabits coastal areas. It is a migrant, spending the northern summer in Europe and Asia and heading to Australasia

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common sandpiper, 19th century C013 / 6399

Common sandpiper, 19th century C013 / 6399
Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos). Plate 189 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common sandpipers, 19th century artwork C013 / 6397

Common sandpipers, 19th century artwork C013 / 6397
Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) pair with their nest. Plate 187 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by William MacGillivray

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Actitis hypoleucos, common sandpiper

Actitis hypoleucos, common sandpiper
Plate 187 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common sandpiper

Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos). This is a wading bird that inhabits coastal areas. It is a migrant, spending the northern summer in Europe and Asia and heading to Australasia

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) on pier feeding on knats flapping wings, reflected in water

Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) on pier feeding on knats flapping wings, reflected in water
Philip Price / SplashdownDirect

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper Found along all Australian coasts and sometimes well inland along waterways

Common Sandpiper Found along all Australian coasts and sometimes well inland along waterways and billabong edges
DH-4043 Common Sandpiper At Roebuck Bay near Broome, Western Australia. Tringa hypoleucos Latin also Actitis hypoleucos Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageCommon Sandpiper Collection: Common Sandpiper A generally uncommon migrant around rocky coastlines but avoiding long sandy

Common Sandpiper A generally uncommon migrant around rocky coastlines but avoiding long sandy beaches
DH-3387 Common Sandpiper Roebuck Bay, Broome, Western Australia. Tringa (Actitis) hypoleucos Australian Arctic migrant A generally uncommon migrant around rocky coastlines but avoiding long sandy



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The common sandpiper, scientifically known as Actitis hypoleucos, is a fascinating bird species that can be found in various parts of Europe. One such location is Burgenland, Austria, where this beautiful creature graces the landscape with its presence. Its distinctive appearance is captured in a stunning color lithograph titled "Common Sandpiper -Actitis hypoleucos-, " showcasing its intricate features. This agile bird shares some similarities with other sandpipers like the spotted sandpiper but possesses unique characteristics that set it apart. A captivating illustration from 1891 depicts the turnstone and showcases the vibrant colors of these avian wonders. When it comes to reproduction, the common sandpiper's eggs are truly remarkable. They differ from those of woodcock, snipe, stone curlew, redshank, and even other sandpipers like itself. These eggs represent nature's diversity and highlight the intricacies of each species' life cycle. In an artistic representation by George James Rankin dating back to 1910, we see a vivid portrayal of this charming bird against a backdrop reminiscent of its natural habitat. The attention to detail captures both its physical attributes and inherent gracefulness. Despite facing harsh weather conditions such as blizzards in Wales during March or enjoying sunny summers in Yorkshire and Schleswig-Holstein in Germany, the common sandpiper remains resilient. It stands proudly at watersides across different regions including the Netherlands while occasionally witnessing birds soaring overhead. The common sandpiper's presence brings joy to nature enthusiasts worldwide who appreciate its elegance and adaptability amidst changing environments. Whether observed in Austria or admired through historical lithographs or contemporary photographs capturing their essence – this enchanting species continues to captivate our hearts with every sighting.