RarityUncommon
Height23 cm
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"Ruddy Turnstones can flip stones up to twice their own weight using their bill as a lever."
Field Guide
Ruddy Turnstone
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The Ruddy Turnstone is a robust, energetic shorebird known for its globe-spanning migrations between the Arctic and coastlines around the world, including Australia. This species is easy to spot thanks to its bold plumage and lively foraging habits, especially during the non-breeding season when it frequents rocky Australian shores.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Ruddy Turnstone has been recorded.
- Buffalo Creek Shoreline🔥 ActiveNorthern Territory · 2 species · seen 6 days ago
- Newcastle Ocean Baths🔥 ActiveNew South Wales · 18 species · 35 sightings · seen 23 days ago
- Abrahams Bosom ReserveNew South Wales · 1 species · seen 168 days ago
- Bald Hill BeachSouth Australia
- Beach & Boat Ramp (Belfast Coastal Reserve)Victoria
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