A stout shorebird with a short, thick bill, short neck, short tail, and short, thick legs.
Relative Size
Larger than a Black Turnstone, smaller than a Black-bellied Plover.


Measurements
- Both Sexes
- Length: 9.4-10.2 in (24-26 cm)
- Weight: 4.7-8.1 oz (133-230 g)