There have been quite a few Greater Yellowlegs hanging out at Boat Meadow Beach, scurrying about on the flats looking for food. (Click on blog link for other photos.)

“During winter and migration, small fish, crustaceans, snails, and other aquatic animals round out their diet.”

Did you know that the Greater Yellowlegs, which is named for their long, bright  yellow legs,  bobs the front half of its body up and down?