The Semipalmated Sandpiper is a small shorebird known for its distinctive features. It has a short, straight bill and a compact body, measuring about 5.5 to 6.3 inches in length. During the breeding season, its plumage is brown and gray, providing excellent camouflage against its natural habitat. This bird primarily inhabits coastal areas and mudflats, where it feeds on small invertebrates. The Semipalmated Sandpiper migrates long distances between its breeding grounds in the Arctic and wintering sites in Central and South America. Its name comes from the partial webbing between its toes, which aids in wading through water.