Red Knot - Calidris canutus
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Red Knots are found along the coast of all the continents except Antarctica. They breed in the far north and winter from European and North American coasts to Africa, South America and Australia. Red Knots probe for food on sandy beaches. In their breeding plumage they are quite noticeable with their rust body.
Starting to transition to non-breeding plumage
11/09/2015 - Monterey Bay Aquarium, CA
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One lone Red Knot in center
04/21/2009 - Albany Bulb; Albany, CA
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Almost transitioned to non-breeding plumage
09/10/2013 - Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, IL
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Almost transitioned to non-breeding plumage
09/10/2013 - Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, IL
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