Turnstone

Small and stocky shorebird with a short, chisel-like bill. During breeding season, showcases bright rusty upperparts and striking black-and-white patterns on head and neck. Nonbreeding and juvenile variations are duller brown yet distinctly patterned, featuring noticeable orange legs. This bird is known for flipping over rocks, shells, and debris to catch invertebrates. It is fairly common across a wide global range, breeding in the high Arctic tundra and wintering along coastlines worldwide. Typically found in rocky habitats, but also spotted on beaches and mudflats. Often seen in small flocks, occasionally mingling with other shorebirds. Recognizable by its low, hard rattle call.