Common greenshank?

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Chai
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Common greenshank?

Hi guys,

I saw this bird feeding along the water's edge of Swan River, Perth.

Its look fits the description of a common greenshank I think, except for the color of its legs (not greenish). Any idea?

Thanks,
Chai
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Chai
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Sorry, I meant to upload this picture.

Chai

ed
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Difficult from those pictures, but maybe they are Terek Sandpipers (#1 & 2 look like they are) If the 3rd picture is a different bird (which it looks as if it is, but always difficult to tell)it could be a Marsh Sandpiper as it looks 'finer' than a Greenshank.

Ed Townsville NQ

smeedingo2
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HI Chai
With that upturned beak and the buff shoulder my pick is the Terek Sandpiper ( + the orange legs)

Chai
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Ok. I will try to get a better photo next time. Thanks for your replies anyway.

Chai

gez
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Pectoral Sandpiper?

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