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Blacksmith plover

Vanellus armatus

Photo by Maria dB
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

This bird has adistinctive call resembling the sound of someone hammering a piece of metal. It is found on muddy shores and in short grass near water.

Habitat:

Nairobi National Park

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Thanks, Jacob, Jeannette and harsuame!

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