The upland sandpiper is a species of shorebird that inhabits grasslands and upland areas across North America. Although the name "upland sandpiper" is widely recognized, this bird is also known by several synonyms that are used interchangeably in scientific and popular literature. Some of the most common synonyms for upland sandpiper include upland plover, Bartramian sandpiper, Bartram's sandpiper, field plover, and grass plover. These alternative names reflect the bird's unique ecology and behavior, as well as the historical contributions of naturalists and explorers who first described and named this species. Regardless of its name, the upland sandpiper is a fascinating and important part of our natural heritage.