In February 2016, two Steppe Whimbrels, Numenius phaeopus alboaxillaris, were found in Maputo, Mozambique, drawing attention to this little-known bird that was once thought to be extinct. Attention is now focused on finding birds returning this summer. At present 14 Common Whimbrels (not Steppe) are visiting Onrus, and were sighted last weekend by Enid Swart. Photos: Wallace du Plessis


Whimbrels sighted

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