Shorebirds feed at the edge of the coastline along the Long Beach Peninsula in Washington, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. The birds seen included sandpipers, plovers, sanderlings, yellowlegs and dunlins. These birds are often seen along the coast during migration, stopping to rest in areas like Tillamook Bay, Netarts Bay and Bandon Marsh. They primarily feed on invertebrates found in the sand, such as tiny crabs, clams and worms. Migration peaks during spring as the birds head to their Arctic breeding grounds. Many species, like the Western Sandpiper and dunlin, travel thousands of miles. The small birds are a vital part of coastal ecosystems and serve as an indicator of environmental health. ​For more detailed insights, you can explore resources provided by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Tillamook Coast, and the Oregon Coast Visitors Association. –Reporting and photography by Mark_W_Graves #oregoncoast #shorebirds #seabirds #sandpipers #sandpiper #yellowlegs #dunlins, #plovers, #thi...