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Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) in flight

Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) in flight
Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) in flight
The Southern Lapwing is quite the character, eggs are laid on the bare ground and the birds protect their nesting area aggressively. Not only will they take on birds of prey but the odd strange little photographer as well. Member of the plover family they can be seen here all year round.

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