Long-billed Dowitcher Records

It is a while since birders in NI had an opportunity to observe a Long-billed Dowitcher at close quarters. There have been about 25 previous records (Lough Beg is the top spot) but there are at least a few records annually in RoI. However, unlike most American waders, over-wintering records are not uncommon so one can be found at any time.
There is a bird currently showing at close range in Waterford and it has been captured extremely well by Mark Carmody in the photograph below:

You can see more of Marks fantastic work at:
www.markcarmodyphotography.com
His first Book: Shorebirds of Ireland (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Shorebirds-Ireland-Pictures-Jim-Wilson/dp/1848890176)
General Photos: http://flickr.com/photos/drcarmo/