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Lapwing

Vanellus vanellus

Photo by Micolo
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Male Lapwing

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Comments (3)
Micolo
Thanks Alan We used to call them "peewits" up on the farm in Lancashire after their calling! Mic
doggie...Alan
Lovely photo Micolo, the colours on a Lapwing are amazing just like petrol on water. Also known around here as a Peewit.

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PublishedMay 21, 2013

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