Piping plovers, one of the most endangered bird species in North America, have an unusual approach to nest-building: the male will dig a shallow bowl in the sand and if a female finds it acceptable, she’ll move in and camouflage it with shells and other beach debris. Great Lakes Untamed premieres October 12th at 8 PM. | Smithsonian Channel

🚗 Tweed drivers – please watch out for ground-nesting birds! Our beloved and endangered Bush Stone-curlews, along with Masked Lapwings (plovers), nest near roads, making them vulnerable to passing vehicles, especially during breeding season and at night. 👀 Slow down and stay alert in known nesting areas to help protect these precious birds. 🐦 If you spot sick or injured wildlife, including birds, please call Tweed Valley Wildlife Carers on 02 6672 4789 (24/&). Let’s work together to keep our

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The masked lapwing also known as the masked plover or spur-winged plover, is a large, ground-dwelling bird native to Australia, New Guinea, and surrounding islands. #maskedlapwing #lapwings #lapwingsbird #viralpage #wildlife #birds #wildbirds #hindifacts #viralreels #naturelovers #trendingreel #knowanytime | Know Anytime