Wood Sandpiper Collection

Wood sandpiper (Tringa glareola) in reed bed, Finland, May

Wood sandpiper (Tringa glareola) at dusk silhouetted against setting sun, Karigasniemi, Northern Finland, May. Bookplate from Danny Greens The Long Journey North

A wood sandpiper bathes on the banks of the Pripyat river, near the town of Turov, Belarus May 7, 2017. REUTERS/Vasily Fedosenko TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Wood sandpiper (Tringa glareola) in flight, Parainen Uto, Finland. August

Wood Sandpiper (colour litho)
3121133 Wood 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)

Spotted sandpiper wader shorebird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Sandpiper wader shorebird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Wood sandpiper wader shorebird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Wood Sandpiper sitting in the mud with open wings near Florence, Italy April 2017, Tringa glareola

Juvenile Wood Sandpiper, Tringa glareola

Wood Sandpiper, Tringa glareola

Wood Sandpiper, Tringa glareola, Greece

Wood Sandpiper adult perched in top of a tree, Tringa glareola

Immature Wood sandpiper, Oman

Juvenile Wood Sandpiper, Tringa glareola, Italy

Wood Sandpiper (Tringa glareola) standing amidst vegetation, Lauwersmeer, Ezumakeeg, The Netherlands

Wood Sandpiper Tringa glareola juvenile August Kent

Wood Sandpiper, Tringa glareola, juvenile, Finland, July

Wood sandpiper (Tringa glareola), standing, side view

Wood Sandpiper -Tringa glareola- standing on reeds in shallow water, Burgenland, Austria

Wood Sandpiper -Tringa glareola-, Rieselfelder nature reserve, Munster, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Wood Sandpiper -Tringa glareola-, foraging, Middle Elbe nature reserve, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Wood sandpiper (Tringa glareola), Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Immature wood sandpiper (Tringa glareola), Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, East Africa, Africa

Wood Sandpiper, Tringa glareola, adult, Samos, Greek Island, Greece

Wood Sandpiper preening Breeds in the far north of Europe and Asia from Scotland to Siberia and winters in Africa
DH-4078 Wood Sandpiper preening At the Derby wetlands, Kimberley, Western Australia Tringa glareola Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Wood Sandpiper Breeds in the far north of Europe and Asia from Scotland to Siberia and winters in Africa
DH-4077 Wood Sandpiper At the Derby wetlands, Kimberley, Western Australia. Tringa glareola Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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The wood sandpiper, scientifically known as Tringa glareola, is a fascinating bird that can be found in various locations around the world. In May, you can spot this beautiful creature nestled within a reed bed in Finland. The image captures its delicate features and showcases its natural habitat. As dusk falls upon Karigasniemi, the wood sandpiper takes center stage against the backdrop of a setting sun. Its silhouette creates an enchanting sight that highlights the bird's elegance and grace. A moment of tranquility unfolds on the banks of the Pripyat river near Turov as a wood sandpiper indulges in a refreshing bath. The water ripples gently beneath its feet, reflecting its slender figure and adding to the serenity of the scene. In August, during migration season, these birds take flight over Parainen Uto in Finland. Their wings spread wide as they soar through the sky with remarkable agility and precision. An exquisite color lithograph portrays the wood sandpiper's intricate details with artistic flair. Every stroke brings out its distinctive markings and plumage patterns, showcasing nature's creativity at its finest. While often confused with spotted sandpipers or other wader shorebirds due to their similar appearance, there is something truly unique about wood sandpipers. They possess an air of mystery that sets them apart from their counterparts. Eggs are essential for any species' survival; thus, it is no surprise that even back in 1897 when lithographs were published depicting European bird eggs, one could find illustrations featuring wood sandpipers' eggs among them – symbols of new life waiting to hatch into existence. Lauwersmeer's Ezumakeeg region in The Netherlands provides lush vegetation for our feathered friend to stand amidst peacefully. This snapshot showcases how seamlessly it blends into nature while still maintaining an aura of individuality. Even juvenile wood sandpipers captivate with their youthful charm.