The masked lapwing (Vanellus miles) is a large, common and conspicuous bird native to Australia (particularly the northern and eastern parts of the continent), New Zealand and New Guinea. It spends most of its time on the ground searching for food such as insects and worms and has several distinctive calls. It is common in Australian fields, open land and where there is lots of water, and is known for its defensive swooping behaviour during the nesting season.
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It's quite a regal and distinctive bird! I would love to see one!
ReplyDeleteIt is a pretty bird, I would love to see it myself in the wild.
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Our kids saw them when they visited!
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