The Pectoral Sandpiper is a medium-sized shorebird known for its distinctive features. It has a brown and white striped plumage, with a prominent pectoral band that gives it its name. This bird typically measures about 8 to 10 inches in length and has a long, slender bill, which it uses to probe for insects and small invertebrates in mud and shallow water. During migration, the Pectoral Sandpiper can be found in various habitats, including wetlands, mudflats, and grasslands. It breeds in the Arctic regions of North America and migrates south to spend the winter in areas like South America and Central America. This species is known for its unique courtship displays during the breeding season.