Tattler views

  

I spent some time watching a Wandering Tattler (Tringa incana) near Salt Point today (22 May 2022).

 

 

 

The tattler seemed very interested in amphipods (small crustaceans) in shallow pools.  In the photo below, there's an amphipod at the tip of the tattler's bill (even more visible in the shadow):

 

 

 

 

One time the tattler was feeding near the edge of the water when a larger wave surged up on to the rock.  I just happened to have my camera ready and snapped a photo before it flew up higher on the shore: 

 

 

 

Watch out for sneaker waves!