Himantopus mexicanus (Müller). Black-necked Stilt
One taken at Laguna Lakes, now mounted and in possession of J. N. Isch, Laguna Beach.
Macrorhamphus griseus scolopaceus (Say) Long-billed Dowitcher
A specimen taken on the sand spits in Balboa Bay, July 6, 1914. This appears to be an early fall migration record.
Catoptrophorus semipalmatus inornatus (Brewster) Western Willet.
Abundant in August, less common in July. Often in company with Hudsonian curlews (Numenius hudsonicus) along the coast. One taken as early as July 6.
Heteractitis incanus (Gmelin). Wandering Tattler
Found in August along the rocky coast by Arch Beach (down the coast from Laguna).
Actitis macularius (Linn). Spotted Sandpiper