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K is for Killdeer - an American Plover
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| Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, February 9, 2018 |
The Killdeer,
Charadrius vociferous, is the most common plover in North America, having a range all across the continent except for the extreme northern parts. Adults have two dark breast bands; juveniles have only one. Killdeers build their nests on the ground, and the chicks are able to move out of the nest almost immediately after hatching.
Look for them in open grasslands and fields. They seem to be especially fond of golf courses!
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...Killdeer are a favorite, two rocks together and they have a nest.
ReplyDeleteHello. Great photos. It is a beautiful bird.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous looking bird, and well captured also.
ReplyDeleteHave a splendid, ♥-warming ABC-Wednes-day / -week
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I can hear its song from here!
ReplyDeleteHello!:) Superb captures of the Killdeer. I didn't realize it was a plover!!
ReplyDeleteI just love the coloring around their eyes.
ReplyDeletesuch a charming bird with a ferocious name
ReplyDeleteLea, these are outstanding photographs of Killdeer!
ReplyDeleteWe have these birds also where I live. A very lovely bird.
I like your photos. You show how cute killdeers are. I literally (and I actually mean literally) stumbled across one several years ago. The first and only time I saw one.
ReplyDeleteLovely bird! I am learning so much from all you bird lovers! Many of these birds I have never seen or maybe I am just not paying attention. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteSuch sweet birds. I've always loved them. Great close up shots!
ReplyDeleteI have seen this bird as well and now I know its name.. thank you!. these are great captures
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