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Masked lapwing. Photographed in point Lonsdale, Victoria, Australia. Australia,Geotagged,Masked Lapwing,Vanellus miles Click/tap to enlarge

Masked lapwing.

Photographed in point Lonsdale, Victoria, Australia.

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The masked lapwing 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.

Similar species: Shorebirds And Allies
Species identified by Tbotbigted
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Uploaded Jun 16, 2015. Captured in 9-13 Point Lonsdale Road, Point Lonsdale VIC 3225, Australia.