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American AvocetsAmerican avocet pair, nest building in the low light of late evening. (This photo and caption were submitted to Your Shot.)

Photograph by Brian Wolitski, Your Shot

Shorebird Photos

See pictures of shorebirds (including sandpipers, avocets, and more) in this birds photo gallery from National Geographic.

May 11, 2009

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