Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Purple Sandpiper
Scientific Name:
Calidris maritima
Length:
21cm
Wingspan (mm):
44cm
Weight:
65g
Lifespan:
6yrs Did You Know?
This species is specially protected by Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). This legislation protects Purple Sandpiper from nest destruction, killing or injuring and also disturbance while breeding.