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Willet

Catoptrophorus semipalmatus

Photo:Dr. Antonio J. Ferreira
Willet. Photo:Dr. Antonio J. Ferreira

One of the sandpiper family, the willet is somewhat more squat and plump than other sandpipers. The willet nests in moist areas such as irrigated fields, marshes, and shorelines in southeastern Canada and in the prairie provinces.

Map of Willet in Canada
Distribution of Willet in Canada
   
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