Internet Bird Collection (IBC) Explore collection
ML201862301 IBC 1563527
Contributor
Robert Humphries Media from this contributor Profile
Date
Location
PN do Iguaçu--Hotel das Cataratas
Paraná, Brazil
Media from this location Illustrated Checklist- Age
- Not specified
- Sex
- Not specified
Media notes
A Southern Lapwing chick crossing the road - alone. The elegant Southern Lapwing (Vanellus chilensis) is the only crested Lapwing species in South America, ranging from Central America to Tierra del Fuego. They are conspicuous, inhabitants of modified landscapes such as cropland, pastures and parklands, and also occur near wetlands and estuaries. They feed on insects and worms as well as small fish and aquatic invertebrates. Southern Lapwings allow their chicks to explore, but are usually close by, watching for danger and intervening if needed. This adventurous chick was crossing the road in front of the Belmond Hotel das Cataratas in Iguacu National Park in Brazil. Elevation: 214 m. Date added to IBC: February 20, 2019.
Collection
Internet Bird Collection (IBC)
Technical information
- Camera
- Microphone
- Accessories
- Original file size
- 34.42 MB