Charadriidae Collection (page 3)

Shore Plover Tuturuatu, Wrybill Ngutu Pare
Shore Plover Tuturuatu, Thinornis novaeseelandiae. Wrybill Ngutu Pare, Anarchynchus frontalis. Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand

USA, Washington State. A Semipalmated Plover (Charadrius semipalmatus) on a Pacific Ocean beach during spring migration

Anarhynchus frontalis, wrybill standing on one leg

Spotted Thick-knee, Burhinus capensis, Spotted Dikkop or Cape Thick-knee (Burhinus capensis)

Masked lapwing (Vanellus miles), Australia

Puna plover (Charadrius alticola), Laguna de Chaxa, Atacama desert, Antofagasta region, Chile, South America

Common Redshank (Tringa totanus)

Common Snipe (Gallinago gallinago), Iceland, Europe

Redshank (Tringa totanus) in flight, Lofoten, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Redshank -Tringa totanus-, warning, in a meadow, Lauwersmeer National Park, Holland, Netherlands, Europe

Redshank -Tringa totanus- perched on a fence post, Lauwersmeer National Park, Holland, Netherlands, Europe

Ruff -Philomachus pugnax-

Lapwing -vanellus vanellus-, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Little ringed plover -Charadrius dubius-, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Redshank -Tringa totanus-, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Ruff -Philo pugnax-, male wading through shallow water, Lauwersmeer National Park, Holland, Netherlands, Europe

Ringed Plover -Charadrius hiaticula- standing on rocky ground, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Ringed Plover -Charadrius hiaticula- sitting on its nest with two eggs and a hatched chick

Ringed Plover -Charadrius hiaticula- with its chicks gathered under its wings

Common Ringed Plover or Ringed Plover -Charadrius hiaticula-, adult bird, Eidersperrwerk, North Frisia, Germany, Europe

Ringed Plover -Charadrius hiaticula-, mature bird sitting on its nest, Eidersperrwerk, Schleswig-Holstein, North Friesland, Germany, Europe

Cape Cormorant or Cape Shag -Phalacrocorax capensis-, adult flying, landing, Bettys Bay, Western Cape, South Africa

Ringed Plover -Charadrius dubius- perched on nest, Burgenland, Austria

Common Tern -Sterna hirundo- in flight, Apetlon, Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Redshank -Tringa totanus-, Rauoinupur, Iceland, Europe

Common White Terns -Gygis alba-, Marianne Island, Seychelles, Africa, Indian Ocean

Ruff -Philomachus pugnax-, male wading in shallow water, Apetlon, Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Common Redshank -Tringa totanus-, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Crowned plover -Vanellus coronatus-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Blacksmith plover -Vanellus armatus-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Black-winged stilt -Himantopus himantopus-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Black-tailed Godwit -Limosa limosa- perched on a post, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Common Redshank -Tringa totanus-, perched on a post, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Sandwich Tern -Sterna sandvicensis-, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Sandwich Tern -Sterna sandvicensis-, with fish in beak, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Common Tern -Sterna hirundo- attacking Sandwich Tern -Sterna sandvicensis-, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Bar-tailed Godwit -Limosa lapponica-, backlit standing in the water, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Bar-tailed Godwit -Limosa lapponica-, backlit, standing in water, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Common Redshank -Tringa totanus-, on grass, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Black-tailed Godwit -Limosa limosa-, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Black-tailed Godwit -Limosa limosa-, in flight, Texel, The Netherlands, Europe

Ringed Plover -Charadrius dubius-, female standing on gravel, Illmitz, Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Northern Lapwing, Peewit or Green Plover -Vanellus vanellus-, chick standing on the beach, Apetlon, Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Pied Avocet -Recurvirostra avosetta-, standing in shallow water, Apetlon, Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Plover -Charadrius sp. - in the sand, Namibia
Plover -Charadrius sp.- in the sand, Namibia

Plover -Charadrius sp. - standing in the sand, Namibia
Plover -Charadrius sp.- standing in the sand, Namibia

Large flock of birds in front of wind turbines, Fehmarn Island, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Large flock of birds, Golden Plovers -Pluvialis apricaria-, Fehmarn Island, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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"Charadriidae: A World of Beautiful Shorebirds" From the enchanting landscapes of Norway to the pristine shores of Patagonia, Charadriidae, or shorebirds, captivate us with their remarkable behaviors and stunning beauty. In June, a Golden Plover chick skillfully camouflages itself in its ground nest amidst the Norwegian wilderness. Meanwhile, a diligent Piping Plover broods over three adorable chicks while another ventures closer. The dedication and care displayed by these Charadrius melodus parents is truly heartwarming. In Argentina's Cerro Avanzado protected area, a female Two-banded Plover incubates her eggs on a pebbly beach. This serene scene showcases the peaceful coexistence between wildlife and nature. Witnessing a small flock of Lapwings gracefully descending after migration at Cresswell Pond fills our hearts with awe. These Vanellus vanellus birds find solace in this tranquil haven. An upland hay meadow in Upper Teesdale reveals an exquisite portrait of a Lapwing. Its elegant presence adds charm to this picturesque landscape in CO Durham. On the edge of a freshwater gravel pit stands a male Little Ringed Plover (Charadrius dubius), showcasing its vibrant plumage against the backdrop of nature's wonders. As evening descends upon us, we witness an ethereal spectacle as a flock of Lapwings turns together in flight under golden light. Their synchronized movements are nothing short of breathtaking. The Eurasian Dotterel steals our attention as it displays its wings raised high above its head - an impressive sight indeed. This adult male (Charadrius morinellus) knows how to make an entrance. Partially raising its wings, another Eurasian Dotterel captures our imagination with its grace and elegance. It reminds us that even subtle gestures can speak volumes about these magnificent creatures' character.