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Curlew Sandpiper vs Temminck's Stint

Two species side by side. The larger value in each row is highlighted.

Size

Curlew Sandpiper

Curlew Sandpiper

0.23 m

Human

1.75 m

Temminck's Stint

Temminck's Stint

0.15 m

Curlew SandpiperTemminck's Stint
Weight45–90 g18–30 g
Length18–23 cm13–15 cm
Wingspan38–41 cm34–37 cm
Top Speed80 km/h55 km/h
Lifespan5–15 yrs3–8 yrs
Incubation21 days21 days
Offspring3–4 3–4
DietOmnivoreOmnivore
Conservation StatusLeast ConcernLeast Concern
Activity PatternDiurnalDiurnal
MigrationMigratoryMigratory
HabitatWetland, Coast, Tundra, LakeWetland, Tundra, Coast, Lake, River
RegionsNordics, Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania, AntarcticaNordics, Europe, Asia, Antarctica
FamilyScolopacidaeScolopacidae
OrderCharadriiformesCharadriiformes