Black Turnstone

A common winter visitor to BC’s coast, it nests on the tundra near water. This bird is perfectly camouflaged against the dark rock of the west coast and is often not seen until it moves. It has striking white wing bars when in flight.

Black Turnstone

Black Turnstone

Black Turnstone - Arenaria melanocephala A common winter visitor to BC’s coast, it nests on the tundra near water. This bird is perfectly camouflaged against the dark rock of the west coast and is often not seen until it moves. It has striking white wing bars when in flight