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Australian Pratincole

Stilitia isabella

Photo by ScottHarte
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Stands tall and erect on long legs. Hawks for insects. Often dashes about on ground after insects and other small prey. Plumage matches the ground.

Habitat:

Treeless and sparsely wooded plains. Close to some source of water.

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PublishedMarch 13, 2012

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