Quick Facts
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Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces a high risk of extinction in the wild.
The broad-billed sandpiper faces threats from habitat loss and degradation, particularly at its breeding and staging grounds. While specific large-scale recovery programs are limited, ongoing efforts to protect coastal wetlands and migratory routes are crucial. Responsible safari tourism can help by raising awareness of these fragile ecosystems and supporting local conservation initiatives through park fees and eco-friendly practices.
The broad-billed sandpiper is a small wading bird. The scientific specific name falcinellus is the diminutive from Latin falx, falcis, "a small sickle". It was formerly treated in its own monospecific genus Limicola, but this was found to be embedded within the wider genus Calidris, into which it was transferred in 2004.
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Where to Find
Top parks for Broad-billed Sandpiper. Sightings recorded in 18 safari areas total.
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