Masked Lapwing
Masked Lapwing
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The Masked Lapwing is a large, conspicuous wader found across Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea, known for its bright yellow facial wattles and defensive behavior. It is one of the most common shorebirds in its range.
Where to spot
Widespread in open habitats including grasslands, parks, agricultural fields, wetlands, and coastal areas across Australia, New Zealand, New Guinea, and some Pacific islands.
How to spot
Look for them in any open grassy area, including urban parks. Their bright yellow facial wattles are unmistakable. Be mindful of their territorial behavior during nesting season.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round throughout its extensive range. Active during daylight hours, often foraging in open ground.
Where to spot
Widespread in open habitats including grasslands, parks, agricultural fields, wetlands, and coastal areas across Australia, New Zealand, New Guinea, and some Pacific islands.
How to spot
Look for them in any open grassy area, including urban parks. Their bright yellow facial wattles are unmistakable. Be mindful of their territorial behavior during nesting season.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round throughout its extensive range. Active during daylight hours, often foraging in open ground.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Masked Lapwings are famously aggressive when nesting, performing spectacular dive-bombing displays and loud calls to deter perceived threats, earning them the nickname 'Plover'.
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