I also saw the Ruff at exactly the same spot as described by JT in an earlier post from today. Scanning a broad area from the spit closest to the island along with a fellow birder from out of town (with much experience with this species), we found the Ruff after close to 2 hours - which was around peak high tide. This was certainly the duller of the 2 Ruffs reported. The light and sun angle made it difficult to appreciate its coloration, so the ID was based primarily through size, posturing and aggressive feeding style while facing away from us the entire time. - We never got a good look at the breast and sides, even with the bird moving around quite a bit. Bobby Berlingeri Elmont, N.Y. --
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