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Red-necked Phalarope Range Map

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Long-distance migrant. Breeds in Arctic tundra and winters in tropical oceans; sometimes migrates over land, particularly in autumn.

Map data are provided by NatureServe in collaboration with Robert Ridgely, James Zook, The Nature Conservancy - Migratory Bird Program, Conservation International - CABS, World Wildlife Fund - US, and Environment Canada - WILDSPACE.

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