| Re: inland 'wader'
Common Snipe I would say if it zig-zagged away from under your feet in a wet field. Jack Snipe fly away in a direct line, usually drop down after a few metres, and are generally silent.
At this time of year Common Sandpipers are mostly around the edges of reservoirs and large lakes with exposed mud edges. Though has been said it is a bit early for the majority of Common Sands to be here yet. Sandpipers are also very skittish and will fly off at the first sign of trouble, not wait until they are trodden on (unless nesting).
Cheers,
Adam |