Marbled Godwit

(Limosa fedoa)

 

A group of Marbled Godwits wade at Baker Beach.

Will Elder, NPS

 

Natural History: The Marbled Godwit forages by pecking and probing for invertebrates. It often feeds at night. This loosely colonial bird is often found in small flocks. It breeds in the the mid-west of Canada and the United States.

General Distribution: In the Presidio, this species can be found in areas of tidal sand and rock.

Frequency: This species is abundant during the spring, winter, and fall seasons.

Identifying Characteristics: This large, mottled brown sandpiper has a long, slightly upturned beak that is darker near the tip.

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