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Common sandpiper, West Park (record shots)

Common sandpiper, West Park (record shots)

Seen about an hour ago: common sandpiper on the lake at West Park.

First spotted flying across the arm of the lake nearest the city centre. Landed on a fallen, bare tree by the island on that side of the lake. It seemed totally unconcerned by the other, larger, birds nearby.

Turned around several times, stretching its wing. Then, after a few minutes, flew away under the bridge.