Marsh bird, e.g.

The answer to “Marsh bird, e.g.” in the LA Times Mini crossword is WADER — a 5-letter word. It most recently appeared in the LA Times Mini crossword on July 23, 2026 at 1-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Marsh bird, e.g.” answer

WADER (5 letters)

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Why the answer is WADER

This bird is known for its long legs and is often seen near water! 🦩

What does WADER mean?

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When else has “Marsh bird, e.g.” appeared?

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July 23, 2026 (most recent) → WADER. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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