They're easy to observe because of their large size and relatively confiding nature, as they probe for invertebrates in mudflats or forage in dry upland areas in the Central Valley. These were seen recently at Shorbird Marsh in Corte Madera, which is close to the highway and just north of the Village Shopping Center. Often the birds there quite close to the roadside walking path and the viewing area with the small parking lot. People sensitive to noise may want to use earplugs to cut down the din from the highway.
These shots are almost full-frame, and sometimes the birds were so close I could only frame a portion, such as the head or tail. Have never seen so much color in the tail, matching the orange of the underparts and underwing. Handsome bird, for sure. The female is a bit larger, as with most shorebirds and many raptors, and she has a longer bill. There were more than 25 LB Curlews there that day, which is not unusual.
The back view shows more feather detail, and orange in the tail.
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