Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
Long-billed Dowitcher
Bécassin à long bec
Limnodromus scolopaceus
Life, Habitat & Pictures of the Long-billed Dowitcher
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11.5" 29.2cm | 19" 48.3cm | 4oz 113.4g | Scolopacidae | Limnodromus scolopaceus |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Long-billed Dowitcher is one of the larger shorebirds seen in North America. Close observation of the length of the bird's bill and its call are needed, because it is very similar in appearance to the Short-billed Dowitcher. These shorebirds are usually only seen during their spring and fall migrations. Both dowitchers spend their winter months in the warmer tropical countries. It has been seen as a vagrant in Cuba.