Tuamotu Sandpiper

Prosobonia leucoptera

The Tuamotu Sandpiper is a small, ground-dwelling bird endemic to the Tuamotu Archipelago in French Polynesia. It has a distinctive white plumage with black markings on the wings and tail. This species is known for its unique foraging behavior, using its long, slender bill to probe for invertebrates in sandy and rocky habitats. The Tuamotu Sandpiper is a shy and elusive bird, often found in pairs or small groups. Due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species, the population of this species is declining, making it a conservation concern.

Habitat: Sandy and rocky habitats