What does the Turnstone eat?

The Turnstone's diet shapes where and when you'll find it. Understanding what it eats helps you predict where to look.

Diet overview

Omnivore, primarily invertebrates (crustaceans, mollusks, insects) and some plant matter (berries, seeds), carrion, and eggs.

How it forages

Highly active foragers, known for their characteristic behavior of 'turning stones,' shells, seaweed, and other debris with their bill to expose hidden invertebrates. They also probe in soft substrates, pick items from the surface, and occasionally feed on carrion, fish eggs, and even the eggs of other birds (e.g., terns).

When it feeds

Diurnal, but may feed at night during low tide.

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