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killdeer
Charadrius vociferus
39.4289, -122.189
Field Notes
Description:
This plover has two black bands across the chest.
Habitat:
Many open habitats, but all provide low, sparse, to non-existent vegetation. They tend to nest on gravels and other barren areas where their eggs are perfectly camouflaged.
Notes:
This one was performing its famous distraction display. It fakes an injury and flutters on the ground while leading the intruder/predator away from eggs and young.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJune 19, 2013
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