Magellanic Plover
Magellanic Plover
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The Magellanic Plover (Pluvianellus socialis) is a unique and enigmatic shorebird found in southern South America. It is distinguished by its pink legs, white underparts, and grey upperparts, and is taxonomically distinct from true plovers.
Where to spot
Found in southern South America, primarily Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego in Chile and Argentina. Inhabits gravelly or muddy shores of freshwater and brackish lakes, lagoons, and river margins.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive pink legs, grey back, and white underparts as it forages on open gravelly shores. It often stands very still or engages in foot-trembling. Approach slowly to avoid flushing it.
When to spot
Year-round resident in its core range, though some populations may move to lower altitudes in winter. Best observed during the austral summer (November-March).
Where to spot
Found in southern South America, primarily Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego in Chile and Argentina. Inhabits gravelly or muddy shores of freshwater and brackish lakes, lagoons, and river margins.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive pink legs, grey back, and white underparts as it forages on open gravelly shores. It often stands very still or engages in foot-trembling. Approach slowly to avoid flushing it.
When to spot
Year-round resident in its core range, though some populations may move to lower altitudes in winter. Best observed during the austral summer (November-March).
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Unlike most shorebirds, the Magellanic Plover often feeds by 'foot-trembling' – vibrating its feet on the ground to disturb invertebrates – and is considered one of the most evolutionarily distinct shorebirds.
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