Small, slender wader bird widely distributed across Europe, Asia, and Africa. It is easily recognized by its brown upper parts, white underparts, and a characteristic white crescent shape that curves up onto its shoulder. The bird exhibits a distinctive bobbing motion, known as "teetering," when it walks along shorelines, riverbanks, and wetlands where it typically feeds. This species is highly migratory, breeding in temperate regions and wintering in tropical and subtropical areas, including the UAE. The Common Sandpiper is known for its sharp "twit-twit" call and swift, low flight, often skimming just above the water's surface. During migration, it can be seen in a variety of habitats, ranging from coastal mudflats to inland lakes and rivers.

Medium-sized wader that breeds in the Arctic tundra and migrates to coastal wetlands, estuaries, and tidal mudflats across the globe during the non-breeding season. It is easily recognized by its slightly down-curved bill, long legs, and reddish-brown breeding plumage, which turns pale gray in winter. A highly migratory species, it undertakes remarkable long-distance journeys between breeding and wintering grounds. The Curlew Sandpiper feeds on small invertebrates by probing soft mud or sand and is often seen in mixed flocks with other shorebirds. Its populations are declining due to habitat loss, making conservation efforts essential for this elegant traveler.

Medium-sized wader that migrates through the UAE, primarily during spring and autumn. It is commonly found in wetlands, freshwater marshes, and the edges of lakes and ponds, where it actively forages for insects, small invertebrates, and aquatic prey. Recognizable by its long yellowish legs, slender bill, and distinctive speckled upperparts, this species is highly adaptable and often seen in both natural and man-made water bodies. While it does not breed in the UAE, some individuals may winter in the region before continuing their journey along migratory routes spanning between Europe, Asia, and Africa.

A slender, long-legged wader that migrates through the UAE, primarily during spring and autumn, with some individuals overwintering in the region. Preferring shallow wetlands, mudflats, and the edges of lakes and lagoons, it is often seen foraging in small groups or alongside other waders, picking insects, crustaceans, and small aquatic prey from the water. Its delicate build, fine straight bill, and pale plumage distinguish it from similar species. As a long-distance migrant, the Marsh Sandpiper breeds in central Asia and Russia, traveling south to wintering grounds across Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia.

Medium-sized wader known for its unique upturned bill and long, bright yellowish-green legs. This bird is a frequent visitor to intertidal mudflats, estuaries, and mangroves during migration and winter, particularly in coastal regions of the UAE and South Asia. Its plumage is mostly grayish-brown above and white below, blending well with its environment.