Sanderling numbers have started to increase on our coast as we move to the colder months. Over 60 were resting at high tide today. I always find them a joy to watch so I sit on the shingle they continue their routine and slowly come very close.
For me, these little birds’ arrival from their summer breeding grounds on the far Arctic tundra is a signal that we are moving into our winter. The terns have gone south but the Sanderlings have arrived.
Continued Reflections from my World. 
Sanderlings are such little cuties! Just sitting and not moving is a good way to get close up shots of them!
When a wave comes they all scurry about like they don’t want to get their feet wet!
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Yes I just let them come to me. They are quite happy coming just a few feet away.
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I’ve noticed the same thing. Usually someones dog comes racing over to spook them!
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Exactly the same here. Sadly a few spoil for it for all.
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Very pretty birds! Little puff balls with black beaks.
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They are one of my favourites on the coast.
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