: late May-early Jun and late Jul-early Nov with from early May and to late Nov. Most records from the low tide mudflats off Thompson Island. to fairly- on islands with sandy/gravelly beaches such as Ship Island or low-tide exposed rocks and mud such as found at the eastern end of Little Cranberry Island. to late Jul-Nov on the .
Miscellany: Black-bellied Plover, like most of our shorebirds, typically pass or undetected high overhead. Its far carrying whistle, ‘Pee-ur-wee’ is often the first indication of the species’ presence. Listen here.
Last Reviewed: May 18th, 2026