Semipalmated Plover
Charadrius semipalmatus
Synopsis:
This species has bred
at least twice in Harney County.
Although the atlas project did not
confirm nesting on the coast during the project period,
this species has bred at least 3 times in
Coos County, most recently in 2000 (North Spit of Coos Bay).
Habitat Associations:
strongest
Seasonally Wet Playa (347 acres)
Coastal Dunes & Ponds with Widely Scattered Shrubs/Trees (43276 acres)
Relative Detectability:
Fairly easy to spot and to confirm breeding.
Challenge:
Determine if this species breeds annually in Oregon, and search
for additional locations.