Ruddy Turnstone (Arenaria interpres)

In North Carolina, Ruddy Turnstones may be seen year around along the immediate coast on beaches, jetties, etc. They are much less common in summer as they do not breed in NC, however.

Ruddy Turnstone (Arenaria interpres)

Cape Hatteras, NC
27 May 2006

Ruddy Turnstone (Arenaria interpres)

Marco Island, FL
31 Dec 2006

	Ruddy Turnstone (Arenaria interpres) Marco Island, FL 31 Dec 2007 Turnstones lose their ruddy color in winter plumage but still retain orange legs.

Ruddy Turnstone (Arenaria interpres)

Cape Hatteras, NC
11 Nov 2007

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