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Tibetan Sand-Plover

Tibetan Sand-Plover

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The Black-fronted Plover is a small, highly distinctive plover native to Australia and New Zealand, easily recognized by its black forehead and breast band, and a prominent red eye-ring. It prefers freshwater habitats.
Where to spot
Found along the edges of freshwater rivers, lakes, ponds, and reservoirs across mainland Australia and New Zealand.
How to spot
Scan freshwater margins, especially where there are gravelly or muddy banks. Its black forehead, breast band, and red eye-ring are excellent identification marks. Listen for its short, sharp calls.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Most active during daylight hours, often seen foraging at the water's edge.
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File:Tibetan Sand Plover Anarhynchus atrifrons DSCN4277 01.jpg
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File:Tibetan Sand Plover Anarhynchus atrifrons DSCN4277 03.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tibetan Sand Plover Anarhynchus atrifrons DSCN4277 04.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tibetan Sand Plover Anarhynchus atrifrons DSCN4277 05.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tibetan Sand Plover Anarhynchus atrifrons DSCN4277 06.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is unusual among plovers for its strong association with freshwater, often found along the edges of rivers and ponds, rather than coastal saline environments.
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