Adult Masked Lapwing by Winston D. Munnings
[Photo No. B-956]
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The Masked Lapwing (Vanellus miles) previously known as the Masked Plover and often called the Spur-winged Plover in its native range, is a large, common and conspicuous bird native to Australia, particularly the northern and eastern parts of the continent. It spends most of its time on the ground searching for food such as insects and worms and has several distinctive calls. The birds have a wide range of calls which can be heard at any time of the day or night: the warning call, a loud defending call, courtship calls, calls to its young, and others. Since this bird lives on the ground it is always alert and even though it rests it never sleeps properly.
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Camera
Nikon D300 (Two Bodies) ~ Nikon D200 (Back-Up)
Lens
AF Nikon 50mm (F/1.8)
AF Nikon 85mm (F/1.8)
AF Nikon 24-70mm (F/2.8)
AF Nikon 80-200mm (F/2.8)
AF Nikon 70-210mm (F4 – 5.6)
AF Nikon 105mm (F/2.8) Micro Lens
AF Nikon 200mm (F/2.8) Micro Lens
AF Nikon 300mm (F/4)
Comments
Perfect b/ground for this terrific shot,Winston!
Thanks Mate.
That is really appreciated.
– Winston D. Munnings
Excellent capture!
Thank you so much.
– Winston D. Munnings
Wow Winston these birds are so unique and your capture of it is absolutely stunning! Thanks for sharing this one!
Thanks Tina.
These little critters are VERY aggressive though. One near attacked me the other day as I was merely passing their nesting area.
– Winston D. Munnings
beautiful portrait of a plover
Thank you so much Su.
Greatly appreciate your comment about my work. Incidentally you have an awesome portfolio. Will revisit soon.
– Winston D. Munnings
Great shot Winston, they do look amazing! :) I’ve got these birds in my horse paddock, they are very teritorial birds. If they have a nest and you happen to be close, they play like one has a broken wing to try to lead you away. Because of the spur on the wing, you have to be careful they don’t dive bomb you.
Gabe :)
They certainly are territorial. Almost got spiked by one the other day (lol)
– Winston D. Munnings
Hi Winston, where are you based now? I’m in OZ, do you have these birds where you are?
Gabe :)
Right now I am in the U.S. (South Florida), but heading off to Brazil in the morning for 4 – 6 weeks. Going down for Carnival.
– Winston D. Munnings
Excellent! Get some sleep then, have a great time and I look forward to seeing what photos you get! :)
Gabe :)
Brilliant image love the colours:)
Thank you so much.
– Winston D. Munnings
March 7, 2011
Thank you once again Teresa for featuring my work in The Birds grouping. I am (indeed) honored.
– Winston D. Munnings