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What is the difference between a sandpiper and a plover?
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A sandpiper is a small shorebird that breeds in North America. It has a long, thin bill and a short, rounded tail. It is brown above and white below. A plover is also a small shorebird that breeds in North America. It has a shorter, stouter bill than a sandpiper and a longer, more pointed tail. It is brown above and white below.