Vincent'sFUNWILDFACTS

Sanderling vs Temminck's Stint

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

Size

Sanderling

Sanderling

0.21 m

Human

1.75 m

Temminck's Stint

Temminck's Stint

0.15 m

SanderlingTemminck's Stint
Weight40–65 g18–30 g
Length18–21 cm13–15 cm
Wingspan36–43 cm34–37 cm
Top Speed80 km/h55 km/h
Lifespan5–12 yrs3–8 yrs
Incubation24 days21 days
Offspring3–4 3–4
DietOmnivoreOmnivore
Conservation StatusLeast ConcernLeast Concern
Activity PatternDiurnalDiurnal
MigrationMigratoryMigratory
HabitatCoast, Wetland, Ocean, Tundra, arcticWetland, Tundra, Coast, Lake, River
RegionsNordics, Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, South America, Oceania, AntarcticaNordics, Europe, Asia, Antarctica
FamilyScolopacidaeScolopacidae
OrderCharadriiformesCharadriiformes