The Ruddy Turnstone (Arenaria interpres) is a widespread migratory shorebird. It gets its common name since it often turns over small stones as it forages along tidelines or beaches. The species breeds in northern latitudes and winters over a wide area, often south of the equator. The top two shots on this page show a Ruddy Turnstone in the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador in July, 2007. This bird is still mostly in breeding plumage and probably just recently arrived at this location. These two shots were taken with a Canon EOS 1D Mark III and EF 100-400mm F/4.5-5.6 L IS lens.

The Ruddy Turnstone in winter plumage on the left was on the jetty at Quintana, Brazoria Co., Texas, in December, 2007. This shot was taken with a Canon EOS 40D and EF 500mm F/4 L IS lens and 1.4X extender.